What is Sekihan?
Sekihan is a traditional Japanese dish made from glutinous rice and adzuki beans.
Rice and beans are cooked together and then steamed to create a nutty aroma and a faint sweetness.
Culture of Sekihan
Sekihan is often eaten on celebrations and special occasions such as weddings and the birth of a child.
During celebrations, they are sometimes distributed to residents who live nearby.
Benefits of eating Sekihan
Sekihan is a highly nutritious and satisfying dish.
Sekihan is a treasure trove of dietary fiber and vitamins, and adzuki beans are a good source of protein.
Also, sekihan is low in fat and low in calories, so it is healthy for those who are concerned about their weight.
How to make Sekihan
Sekihan is relatively easy to make.
The most important thing is to use good quality red rice and azuki beans.
These two ingredients are available at your local supermarket.
To make sekihan, red rice and adzuki beans are washed several times to remove impurities.
Then put the rice and beans in a pressure cooker with water and salt.
Cook rice and beans together until tender, remove from heat and allow to cool.
Once the rice and beans have cooled, transfer them to a steamer and steam for 15 minutes.
While the sekihan is still warm, sprinkle with salt if desired and enjoy.
Tips for enjoying Sekihan
The best way to eat sekihan while it is warm is to sprinkle it with salt.
However, it can also be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
Where can I buy Sekihan?
It can be easily purchased at supermarkets, etc., especially on celebration days.
Some side dishes are always on offer.
Sekihan is sometimes served as rice balls at convenience stores.
Please visit nearby supermarkets, convenience stores, and side dish shops.
