Adzuki Bean Soup
Adzuki bean soup is a traditional East Asian dessert or sweet soup, typically made by simmering red adzuki beans with sugar and water, often enhanced with barley, rice, or glutinous rice balls. It is a beloved comfort food in countries like China, Japan, and Korea, enjoyed both warm and chilled. The dish is known for its simple preparation and naturally sweet, earthy flavor.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, with a moderate amount of plant-based protein and very low fat. It provides essential minerals like potassium, magnesium, and iron, with a typical serving containing around 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 9 g |
| Carbs | 48 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 8 g |
| Sugar | 15 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Potassium | 400 mg |
| Magnesium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 150 mg |
| Zinc | 1.5 mg |
| Folate (B9) | 60 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, adzuki bean soup is often associated with celebrations and is a staple during festivals like the Japanese Bean Throwing Festival (Setsubun). Nutritionally, adzuki beans are prized for their high fiber content and are considered a 'cooling' food in traditional Chinese medicine, believed to help reduce internal heat.
