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Osekihan (Azuki Red Bean Rice) お赤飯の作り方 - OCHIKERON - CREATE EAT HAPPY

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Osekihan

Cultural Context

Osekihan, or red rice, is traditionally served in Japan during celebrations and special occasions, symbolizing happiness and good fortune. The dish is made with glutinous rice and red beans, giving it a distinctive color and flavor. It is often enjoyed during festivals, birthdays, and other significant events, reflecting the cultural importance of rice in Japanese cuisine. Today, Osekihan is also embraced in various modern contexts, making it a beloved dish for both traditional and contemporary celebrations.

JapaneseJPmain
60 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup red beans
water
2 cups uncooked rice
salt

glutinous rice

🥗Healthier: brown rice

💰Cheaper: white rice

Brown rice adds fiber and nutrients.

red beans

🥗Healthier: black beans

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Canned beans save prep time.

sweet rice wine

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: apple cider vinegar

Rice vinegar adds acidity without extra sugar.

1

Place red beans in a pot and add plenty of water.

2

Bring to a boil, then turn down the heat and cover the pot.

3

Add water again and bring to a boil, then turn down to low and simmer for about 15 minutes.

4

Drain and save the cooking liquid from the beans.

5

Add water to the cooking liquid to reach the indicated level in the pot.

6

Add 2 cups of uncooked rice to the pot with the cooking liquid.

7

Add salt to taste.

8

Place the pot into a rice cooker and start cooking.

Cooking Techniques

steaming

Equipment Needed

potrice cooker

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

red riceSekihan
Local Name: お赤飯

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