Ingredients

1 cup adzuki beans
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
water
2 cups adzuki bean paste
1 cup flour
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon honey
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 eggs
1/4 - 1/2 cup water
Dorayaki is a beloved Japanese dessert that consists of two small pancake-like patties with a sweet filling sandwiched in between. The most common filling is adzuki bean paste, which is made by boiling and mashing sweet red beans. Other popular fillings include chestnut cream, chocolate, and matcha cream. Dorayaki is often associated with the manga character Doraemon, who is known for his love of the dessert. It is a treat that can be enjoyed all year round, but is especially popular during the Japanese holiday Children's Day, where it is offered to kids as a symbol of good luck and prosperity.

Instructions

1.Rinse the adzuki beans and soak them in water overnight.
2.Drain the beans and place them in a pot with enough water to cover them. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, and simmer until the beans are tender, about 1 hour.
3.Add the sugar and salt to the pot and stir until the sugar is dissolved. Continue to simmer until the water has been absorbed by the beans.
4.Mash the beans into a smooth paste and let it cool.
5.In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, honey, and baking powder. Mix well.
6.Beat the eggs and add it to the flour mix. Mix thoroughly.
7.Add enough water to the batter to get the right consistency (aim for a pancake batter consistency).
8.Add the adzuki bean paste and mix until well combined.
9.Heat a non-stick pan on medium heat. Add some oil or butter to the pan and pour the batter onto the pan (aim for about 1/4 cup of batter per pancake).
10.Cook until bubbles form on the surface of the pancake, then flip it over and cook for another 1-2 minutes until golden brown.
11.Remove the pancake from the pan and let it cool before filling with the adzuki bean paste.
12.Serve and enjoy!

PROS

Dorayaki is a popular and delicious Japanese treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

It is easy to make and can be filled with various fillings of your choice.

It is a great dessert to share with friends and family.

CONS

Dorayaki can be high in calories and sugar if overindulged in.

It may not be suitable for people with nut allergies as some varieties may contain nut fillings.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Adzuki beans are packed with vitamins and minerals, including protein, fiber, iron, and potassium.
They are known to help regulate blood sugar levels and improve digestion.
Consuming adzuki beans has also been linked to improving heart health and lowering the risk of certain cancers.

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