Do Sha Bao Filling (red Bean Bun Filling)

Total Time: 30 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 15 mins

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups adzuki beans
• 1/3-1/2 cup sugar
• 1 -2 tablespoon shortening
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/8 cup water

Recipe

• 1 bring water to a boil in a saucepan, dissolve in sugar and shortening.
• 2 bring beans and bean liquid to a boil in a saucepan or large skillet.
• 3 add water-shortening-sugar mixture.
• 4 boil vigorously and mash for 15 minutes or until a paste begins to come together.
• 5 dissolve cornstarch in a little water and stir in to aid the formation of the paste.
• 6 refrigerate before use to improve consistency. for coarser paste, leave some beans whole. use more shortening, less water, and/or a food processor for a smoother texture.