Seasonal TCM Dietetics — Autumn

    Adzuki Bean & Daikon Stir-Simmer

    赤小豆燉白蘿蔔 · Chì Xiǎo Dòu Dùn Bái Luó Bo

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    Adzuki Bean & Daikon Stir-Simmer — Earthy adzuki and juicy daikon simmer into a satisfying plant-based bowl without a heavy sauce.

    Earthy adzuki and juicy daikon simmer into a satisfying plant-based bowl without a heavy sauce.

    Prep
    15 min
    Cook
    45 min
    Total
    1 h
    Yield
    3 servings

    Ingredients

    • 100 g dried adzuki beans, soaked overnight
    • 300 g daikon, chunked
    • 1 tbsp rice-bran oil
    • 3 ginger slices
    • 5 g aged tangerine peel
    • 600 ml light vegetable stock
    • 1 tbsp light soy sauce
    • Black pepper

    Method

    1. 1Drain beans, cover with fresh water and simmer for 20 minutes; drain.
    2. 2Sauté ginger in oil, add daikon and turn for 2 minutes.
    3. 3Add beans, peel and stock and simmer covered for 25 minutes.
    4. 4Season with soy and pepper and serve warm.

    Nutrition (approx.): ~195 kcal per serving · 1 bowl (~270 g)

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    Dietary guidance only. Not a substitute for individualised clinical assessment or prescribed treatment.