Hong Dou Sha [0000124]

Ingredients:

1 cup red adzuki beans, soaked overnight
3 cups water
1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup water (for adjusting consistency)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

Rinse soaked red adzuki beans and place them in a pot with 3 cups of water.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until beans are soft (about 1-1.5 hours).
Mash the beans, add sugar, vegetable oil, salt, and vanilla extract. Cook for another 15-20 minutes.
In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch with cold water to create a slurry.
Gradually add the slurry to the red bean mixture, stirring continuously until it thickens.

Adjust sweetness if needed and let it cool before using as a gluten-free filling for your favorite Chinese desserts.