Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup of red beans
- 6 cups of water
- 3 eggs
- 1/2 cup of sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Pressure cooker or slow cooker
- Blender or immersion blender
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Rinse the red beans and soak them in water for at least 2 hours or overnight.
2. Drain the water and add the red beans and 6 cups of fresh water to the pressure cooker or slow cooker.
3. Cook the red beans according to the instructions of your pressure cooker or slow cooker until they are soft and tender.
4. Use a blender or immersion blender to blend the red beans until smooth.
5. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs with sugar and salt until well combined.
6. Add the egg mixture to the red bean puree and stir well.
7. Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the eggs are cooked and the mixture thickens.
8. Add the coconut milk and vanilla extract and stir well.
9. Serve hot or cold.
- Time:
Preparation time: 2 hours (soaking the red beans)
- Cooking time: 30 minutes (pressure cooker) or 4 hours (slow cooker)
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 270
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Protein: 9g
- Fiber: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- You can use any type of beans instead of red beans.
- You can use any type of milk instead of coconut milk.
- You can use any type of sweetener instead of sugar.
Variations:
- You can add some glutinous rice balls or tapioca pearls to the tong sui.
- You can add some sliced fruits, such as bananas or mangoes, to the tong sui.
Tips and tricks:
- Soaking the red beans overnight will reduce the cooking time.
- Stirring constantly while cooking the egg mixture will prevent it from curdling.
- Adjust the sweetness according to your taste.
Storage instructions:
- Store the leftover tong sui in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the tong sui in a saucepan over low heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the tong sui in small bowls or cups.
- Garnish with some chopped nuts or fresh fruits.
Pairings:
- Serve the tong sui as a dessert or a snack.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the tong sui with some Chinese pastries or cookies.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the egg mixture curdles, remove it from the heat and blend it again until smooth.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the red beans until they are soft and tender to avoid any digestive issues.
Food history:
- Tong sui is a traditional Chinese dessert soup that has been enjoyed for centuries.
Flavor profiles:
- The tong sui has a sweet and creamy flavor with a hint of coconut and vanilla.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the tong sui hot or cold as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Chinese