Vegan Adzuki Bean Manju

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1. 1

   Rinse the adzuki beans and place them in a medium pot with water.

   Yaklaşık 2 dk.

2. 2

   Bring the water to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.

   Yaklaşık 15 dk.

3. 3

   Drain the beans, discarding the cooking liquid, and return them to the pot with fresh water, ensuring the beans are fully submerged.

   Yaklaşık 3 dk.

   Aşçının notu: This step helps to remove bitterness from the beans.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil again, then reduce heat and simmer for 60-90 minutes, or until the beans are very soft and easily mashable.

   Yaklaşık 1 sa. 15 dk.

   Aşçının notu: Add more water during cooking if needed to keep the beans covered.

5. 5

   Drain most of the water, leaving just a little in the pot with the soft beans.

   Yaklaşık 1 dk.

6. 6

   Add the granulated sugar to the beans and mash them with a potato masher or the back of a spoon until a coarse paste forms.

   Yaklaşık 5 dk.

   Aşçının notu: You can mash it smoother if you prefer a fine paste.

7. 7

   Continue to cook the bean paste over low heat, stirring constantly, until most of the moisture has evaporated and the paste is thick enough to hold its shape.

   Yaklaşık 10 dk.

   Aşçının notu: Be careful not to burn the bottom.

8. 8

   Transfer the adzuki bean paste to a bowl and let it cool completely.

   Yaklaşık 15 dk.

   Aşçının notu: Cooling makes it easier to handle.

9. 9

   Once cooled, divide the bean paste into 6 equal portions and roll them into balls.

   Yaklaşık 5 dk.

10. 10

    In a separate bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and granulated sugar for the dough.

    Yaklaşık 2 dk.

11. 11

    Add the vegetable oil and water to the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

    Yaklaşık 3 dk.

    Aşçının notu: Do not overmix; a few lumps are fine.

12. 12

    Divide the dough into 6 equal pieces.

    Yaklaşık 1 dk.

13. 13

    Flatten each piece of dough into a circle, about 3-4 inches in diameter.

    Yaklaşık 3 dk.

14. 14

    Place one adzuki bean paste ball in the center of each dough circle.

    Yaklaşık 2 dk.

15. 15

    Gather the edges of the dough around the filling, pinching them together at the top to seal the manju.

    Yaklaşık 5 dk.

    Aşçının notu: Ensure there are no gaps for the filling to escape.

16. 16

    Carefully place the sealed manju, seam-side down, onto individual squares of parchment paper.

    Yaklaşık 2 dk.

    Aşçının notu: The parchment prevents sticking to the steamer.

17. 17

    Prepare a steamer by bringing water to a boil in the bottom pot.

    Yaklaşık 5 dk.

18. 18

    Arrange the manju in the steamer basket, ensuring they are not touching each other.

    Yaklaşık 1 dk.

    Aşçının notu: Steam in batches if necessary.

19. 19

    Steam the manju for 10-12 minutes, or until the dough is cooked through and plump.

    Yaklaşık 12 dk.

    Aşçının notu: Do not oversteam, or the dough can become tough.

20. 20

    Carefully remove the manju from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.

    Yaklaşık 2 dk.

    Aşçının notu: They are best served warm or at room temperature.