Green Azuchi Beans
INGREDIENTS: Azuki green beans
The name Azuchi bean (or Adzuki) translates into Japanese as "Little Bean". Being a real concentrate of vegetable proteins, vitamins (B1, B2, B3), mineral salts such as iron, copper, magnesium, manganese, zinc, potassium, this legume is considered the "King of Beans" precisely for its many nutritional and healthy elements.
Called acnhe Green Soy, for its small appearance similar to soy and its intense green color, the Azuchi bean is rich in soluble fiber, useful for those suffering from constipation. With few fats but above all very few sugars, this legume is a consumable food also for people who must keep their glycemic index checked. It is also indicated for those who have a strong lack of iron, and is useful for purifying the liver and kidneys, thanks to its diuretic properties.
In addition, the Azuchi bean has:
- A high rate of isoflavones, useful for increase the immune defenses and to maintain good health of the nervous system;
- It does not contain gluten, so it can also be consumed for those who must follow a celiac diet.
Preparation
The first thing to do will be to soak the Azuki beans in cold water and let them soak for at least 5 hours or so, but in some cases (even according to the recipe you want to cook) even up to 8 hours. After draining them, they can be boiled, boiled or sautéed; ideal to create delicious side dishes, soups, soups, homemade creams or to add to the salad.