Chinese Sweet Red Bean Soup

Chinese Sweet Red Bean Soup is a velvety, nutrient-rich dessert soup that embodies the comforting flavors of traditional East Asian cuisine. Made with tender adzuki beans, subtly sweet rock sugar, and fragrant dried tangerine peel, this classic recipe delivers a perfect balance of earthy and citrusy notes. Optionally, sweet glutinous rice can be added for an extra layer of creaminess, making the soup even more indulgent. Simmered to perfection, this warming treat can be enjoyed in its natural chunkiness or blended into a smooth, luxurious texture. Whether served warm for cozy evenings or chilled for a refreshing dessert, this easy-to-make soup is a must-try and a true staple of Chinese culinary traditions.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:100 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 200 grams adzuki beans (red beans)
• 2000 milliliters water
• 80 grams rock sugar (or regular granulated sugar)
• 1 piece dried tangerine peel
• 30 grams sweet glutinous rice (optional for creaminess)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the adzuki beans under cold running water until the water runs clear. Soak them in a bowl of water for at least 4 hours or overnight to soften.

Step 2

If using sweet glutinous rice, rinse and soak it in a separate bowl of water for 30 minutes before cooking.

Step 3

Drain and rinse the soaked adzuki beans. Add them to a large pot along with 2000 milliliters of water.

Step 4

Bring the pot to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer for 60 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Add the dried tangerine peel to the pot and continue simmering for another 20 minutes to infuse its aromatic flavor into the soup.

Step 6

If using sweet glutinous rice, drain it and add it to the pot at this point. Let it cook for 10 minutes until the rice becomes soft and translucent.

Step 7

Once the beans are fully softened and slightly broken apart, add the rock sugar to the pot and stir until dissolved. Adjust sweetness to taste by adding more sugar if needed.

Step 8

For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree the soup partially or fully, depending on your preference. Alternatively, leave it chunky for a more traditional texture.

Step 9

Serve the sweet red bean soup warm or chilled, depending on your preference. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2348.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	624.7

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 63.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 143.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.7g	0%
Total Sugars 84.0g
Protein 16.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 213.4mg	0%
Iron 4.3mg	0%
Potassium 1119.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.6%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 89.4%