Mizu Yōkan (Chilled Sweet Bean Jelly)

Mizu Yōkan is a delicate and refreshing Japanese dessert made from azuki beans and agar-agar. This lesser-known treat is perfect for a light finish to any meal and is especially delightful during the summer months.

Japanese
medium 120 min 150 cal
Steps

1. Rinse the azuki beans and soak them in water overnight. 2. Drain the beans, place them in a pot with fresh water, and boil until tender (about 30 minutes). 3. In another pot, dissolve agar-agar in 200ml of water and bring to a boil. 4. Add sugar and a pinch of salt to the agar mixture, stirring until dissolved. 5. Once the beans are cooked, drain them and add them to the agar mixture, stirring well. 6. Pour the mixture into a mold and let it cool at room temperature before refrigerating for at least 2 hours. 7. Once set, slice the Mizu Yōkan and serve chilled.

Ingredients

50g azuki beans 15g agar-agar 40g sugar 200ml water A pinch of salt

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