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What's red bean paste?
Red bean paste is a popular ingredient in East Asian cuisine that is made by cooking and mashing adzuki beans with sugar. It has a smooth and velvety texture with a sweet and nutty flavor. Make your own with my recipe for Sweetened Red Bean Paste.
Recommended Tools
These are the things that could help you make delicious red bean paste. This list is not necessary but it's just what I use. So if you're wondering why I didn't just buy it, well this tastes better and isn't as sweet. But why does it look so good? I used the stuff on this list.
Essentials
You're gonna need some of the Essential Tools.
Recipe Specific
Fine Mesh Strainer
Super versatile! I'm amazed you don't have one already.
Recommendations
Perfect for: EVERYONE!
Pros:
Round shape - fits in most large pots / bowls
Easy to hold / balance - two handles
Feet - stands and elevates food so it doesn't touch a surface
Durable material
Comes in multiple sizes
Cons:
Are there cons to strainers?
Food Processor (optional)
If you're making the smooth version of the paste, I like this option more than the blender because it's easier to clean and use.
Recommendations
Perfect for: People who like to process... their food? This is the newer version of what I have.
Pros:
Large capacity
Easy to use
Easy to clean
Has a safety mechanism
Cons:
Large capacity - not great for small quantities
Perfect for: People who want to process less food?
Pros:
Smaller capacity - you may have to smooth out this recipe in batches
Easy to store
Easy to clean
Blade is removable - unlike other smaller food processors
Cons:
Only 1 speed - it's a bigger coffee grinder but it does it's thing
No pour spout
Blender (optional)
Blenders are versatile kitchen appliances that can be used for a variety of tasks such as making smoothies, crushing ice, and pureeing red beans. They come in different sizes and power levels, with features such as different speeds and pulse settings.
Recommendations
Perfect for: Everyday use and small batch recipes.
You might need to blend in batches.
Pros:
Easily to gauge low, medium, and high speeds
Cord swivels depending
Beaters are easy to clean
Cons:
Only comes with wire beaters so if this is your primary mixing device, maybe find one that has a dough hook or flat paddles if that's something you're interested in.
Perfect for: Large batches and people who really like smoothies
This is a combo of a blender and a processor
Pros:
Large capacity
Variable speed
Multiple blades
Cons:
Tall - remember to measure between the counter + upper cabinets to make sure it fits
Bowl locking mechanism can be tricky at first
Perfect for: Larger batches and avid makers who want semi-professional gear.
This is a newer version of the one I have.
Pros:
Large capacity
Powerful AF motor
Comes with tamper
Smoothest puree ever
Cons:
Expensive - please purchase within your means
That's all for now...
Happy shopping!
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