Aduki beans are small, reddish-brown beans with a white ridge along one edge. Cooked, they have a sweet, nutty flavor. They originated in China but are also popular all around the world now for its health benefits. Adukis are one of the highest protein and lowest fat varieties of bean. They contain high levels of potassium and fiber, as well as B vitamins such as thiamin, niacin, and riboflavin, and minerals such as iron, zinc, and manganese. According to traditional Chinese medicine, aduki beans benefit bladder and reproductive functions and the kidneys, and are therefore used to treat problems such as urinary dysfunction and bladder infections. Aduki beans are rich in soluble fiber, which speeds up the elimination of waste from the body, promoting regular bowel movements and preventing the body from absorbing harmful substances. Soluble fiber has also been shown to reduce levels of LDL cholesterol (the "bad" cholesterol) in the blood, this amazing bean is also called as the Weight Loss bean, helping you to get rid of those excess fat. One cup of cooked aduki beans has as much iron as 4 ounces of lean steak, more folate than a cup of cooked spinach, and about as much protein as 4 tablespoons of peanut butter.
CALORIES 294
PROTEIN 17gm
FAT 0
FIBER 12gm
IRON 4.6m.g
POTASSIUM 1,224m.g
ZINC 4m.g
VITAMIN [B.sub.1] (THIAMIN) .26m.g
FOLATE 278mcg
Basic Cooking Instructions:
Soak 1/2 cup of beans overnight in ample water. Drain and simmer in 2 cups of water for 40 minutes to an hour. Alternatively, pressure cook the soaked beans in 2 cups of water for 5-9 minutes at high pressure. If you don't have time to soak the beans, pressure cook for 15-20 minutes. Once boiled, it can be used in Casseroles, stir fries, Chilli con carne with veggie mince.
If you have never tried Aduki, why not try making it, you will love the taste, and also extra benefits come with it too.
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