The benefits of adzuki bean
Adzuki is the classic Japanese pulse, known for its roasted aroma and its sweetness. Hokkaido-grown adzuki in particular is of high quality and eaten across the country. Simmered and sweetened into anko it is a staple of Japanese confectionery, and it also goes into porridge and soups. Adzuki keeps for a long time and is used as emergency food too. It works across everything from home cooking to desserts.