Name: Natco Red Chowri Beans 2 kg
Brand: Natco
SKU: 3983
Price: 9.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Natco Red Chowri Beans 2 kg

£9.99

Natco Red Chowri (2kg) features premium, triple-cleaned whole Aduki beans (also known as Red Chori or Azuki beans). These nutrient-dense, small red beans are highly valued in both Asian and Middle Eastern cuisines for their sweet, nutty flavor and smooth texture. Packed with protein and dietary fiber, they serve as a versatile pantry staple perfect for hearty curries, savory stews, and traditional sweet red bean pastes.

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Natco Red Chowri brings the finest quality Aduki beans to your kitchen in a generous, value-sized 2kg bag. Carefully selected and packed under strict quality standards in the UK, these dried small red beans are completely natural and highly versatile. They feature a distinct, compact shape with a rich dark-red hue and a characteristic white ridge down the side.

Flavor Profile & Culinary Uses

Red Chowri beans possess a unique flavor profile that is subtly sweet, rich, and deeply earthy with a nutty undertone. Because they hold their shape beautifully when cooked yet soften to a smooth, creamy texture, they are utilized across a vast range of culinary traditions:

Savory Dishes: Ideal for traditional Indian dals, Gujarati Chori nu Shaak, spiced stews, soups, and rice protein bowls.
Sweet Delicacies: In East Asian cuisines (Japanese, Chinese, and Korean), they are boiled with sugar and mashed to create the foundational sweet red bean paste used in desserts like dorayaki, mochi, buns, and mooncakes.

Nutritional Excellence

Naturally low in fat and packed with plant-based goodness, Natco Red Chowri is an excellent clean eating choice for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets.

High Protein: Helps support muscle maintenance and keeps you feeling full longer.
Rich in Dietary Fiber: Supports a healthy digestive tract and gradual energy release.
Mineral-Rich: A natural source of essential minerals like iron, potassium, magnesium, and B-vitamins.

Preparation & Cooking Guide

To ensure the best texture and safety, these raw dried beans require proper preparation:

Soak: Cover the beans in plenty of cold water and leave to soak for 12 hours.
Rinse: Drain the soaking water and thoroughly rinse the beans under fresh, running water.
Boil: Place in a saucepan with fresh water, bring to a rapid boil, and let boil vigorously for 15 minutes (crucial for breaking down natural lectins).
Simmer: Reduce the heat, cover, and let gently simmer for roughly 50 minutes or until the beans are tender. Do not consume raw.