ORGANIC GREEN AZUKI BEANS 350 g

The Oltresole organic green azuki beans called Japanese beans represent a different solution to the classic dry beans as they are endowed with important nutritional values essential for our body. In fact, as in all legumes, organic green azuki beans are also rich in B vitamins, insoluble fiber and mineral salts: magnesium, iron, calcium and potassium. The organic azuki beans from Oltresole are sold in the bright green variety with a small shape and excellent cooking resistance. Being dry, these legumes need to soak for a few hours before cooking to make them softer for your recipes. The green azuki beans of Asian origin are suitable for vegans, vegetarians, celiacs and for those who follow a low-calorie diet given that they are low in fat. From a culinary point of view, Oltresole organic azuki green beans can be consumed for the preparation of soups garnished with bay leaves. first of all put them to soak for at least 6-8 hours as is done with all dried legumes. According to Japanese tradition, a piece of kombu seaweed should also be placed in the water. These beans are particularly suitable for preparing warm winter soups or healthy vegetable meatballs. WELLNESS AND HEALTH: As for proteins, green azuki beans have a very high content of it making them very suitable for a vegan or low-protein diet. They are very rich in antioxidants which makes them very useful in counteracting any type of aging process from that of the skin to that of the internal organs. Finally, they have a high content of fibers and isoflavonoids that protect the heart and brain. FUN FACT: the name azuki or adzuki from Japanese means "small bean". Some say that the azuki bean is the king of all beans. In fact, azuki beans boast numerous nutritional properties that make them an excellent ally for health. They are among the most widely used legumes in Japan. Unfortunately, they are still little known in Italy and therefore are not widely used in our kitchen.