Adzuki Bean Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Adzuki Bean Soup

• 1 cup adzuki beans
• Pork
• Carrot
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• Celery Ribs
• Basil
• Marjoram
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 6 cups water
• Sherry Wine

How to Make Adzuki Bean Soup

1. Rinse 1 cup of adzuki beans thoroughly under cold water.
2. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the rinsed adzuki beans, 6 cups of water, 1 teaspoon of sea salt, and 1 bay leaf. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 60-75 minutes, or until the beans are very tender.
3. While the beans are simmering, prepare the aromatics. Finely chop 1 medium onion, 2 carrots (peeled and chopped), and 2 celery stalks (chopped).
4. In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion, carrots, and celery and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until softened.
5. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic and 1 inch of grated ginger to the skillet and sauté for another minute, until fragrant.
6. Add the sautéed vegetables to the pot with the simmering adzuki beans. Stir in 1 tablespoon of soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free), 1 teaspoon of sesame oil, and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper.
7. Simmer for another 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
8. Before serving, taste and adjust seasonings as needed. You may want to add more soy sauce, salt, or pepper to your liking.
9. Serve hot, optionally garnished with chopped green onions or a drizzle of sesame oil.