Happy Adzuki Bean Day!

Blogger of the Day: Anne-Kristin ("A-K") at swell vegan
Pubs: "swell" cookzine series

Adzuki beans (aka Aduki or Azuki beans) are a fun changeup from the old standbys black beans and kidney beans. They're commonly used in Japanese cuisine, often in desserts because of their slightly sweeter taste. A-K's take on the Adzuki is a deliciously savory sesame-sprinkled burger...a fabulous start if you'd like to work your way through the bountiful bean family from A to Z!  :)

Spicy Sesame Adzuki Bean Burgers

Mole-Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Zesty Lemon Quinoa with Chickpeas and Tomato

Vegan Swedish Meatballs

Rama Spinach Curry with Tofu

Raw Fresh Thyme, Avocado and Celery Soup

Creamy Apricot Steel Cut Oatmeal with Dates and Nuts

GF Pumpkin Fig Bars with Vanilla Coco-Nut Icing

GF Coconut Lime Cupcakes with Avocado Lime Frosting

Fruity Whole-Grain Coconut Milk Scones

Fruit Crepe with Vanilla Lemon Pine Nut Cream in a Rawmelette Shell

Do you cook or bake with adzuki beans? What other kinds of unusual beans have you tried? What are your favorite bean burger recipes?  :)

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