sweets

Smooth type of Sweet Azuki Paste is called ‘Koshi-an’ in Japanese. It is most popularly used to make ‘Wagashi’, Japanese Sweets. Extra process is required to make ‘Koshi-an’ because you need to remove skins of Azuki Beans, but it is not difficult, and absolutely worth the extra effort. However, there is a super easy method …

’Tsubu-an’ (Sweet Azuki Paste) is the most popular ‘An’ (Bean Paste). Canned Tsubu-an, that contains a lot of sugar and additives, is available from most Japanese or Asian grocery stores, but they are pricey. ‘Tsubu-an’ is very easy to make at home. If you have never made it before, try it just once. You will …