Chinese Red Bean Pancakes Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a saucepan, cook the adzuki beans with water until soft and mushy.
• STEP 2.Drain the beans and blend them into a smooth paste using a blender or food processor.
• STEP 3.Transfer the bean paste to a clean saucepan and cook with sugar over low heat until thickened.
• STEP 4.In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, water, and oil to make a thin pancake batter.
• STEP 5.Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and pour a ladleful of batter onto the skillet.
• STEP 6.Spread the batter into a thin circle and cook until the edges are crispy and golden.
• STEP 7.Place a spoonful of red bean paste in the center of the pancake and fold it into a half-moon shape.
• STEP 8.Cook the pancake for another minute until the filling is heated through.
• STEP 9.Repeat the process with the remaining batter and red bean paste.
• STEP 10.Serve the Chinese red bean pancakes warm or at room temperature.

Cooking Tips

• Make sure to cook the adzuki beans until they are soft and easily mashed.
• You can adjust the sweetness of the red bean paste by adding more or less sugar.
• To make the pancakes crispier, you can add a little more oil to the batter.

Storage and Serving

• Chinese red bean pancakes can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the pancakes in a microwave or toaster oven before serving.
• Serve the Chinese red bean pancakes as a dessert or snack.