Red Bean Toast

A simple and comforting Japanese breakfast or snack featuring toasted bread topped with sweet red bean paste (anko).

Prep Time

5 minutes

Total Time

10 minutes

Calories

350

Level

Easy

Yields

1 servings

Cost

£1.00

Season:

🌍 Year-round

Meal Type:

Breakfast•Snack•Bread

Cuisine:

Japanese

Cooking Style:

Quick & Easy

Mood:

Comfort Food

Ingredients

Servings

2slicesBread(Shokupan (Japanese milk bread) is ideal, but any bread will work.)

£0.15

2tablespoonsSweet Red Bean Paste (Anko)(Store-bought or homemade. Adjust to your liking.)

£0.75

1tablespoonButter (optional)(Salted or unsalted, for spreading on the toast.)

£0.10

Total Cost

£1.00

£1.00 per serving

The Method

1
Toast the bread to your desired level of crispness, either in a toaster or oven.
2
If using, spread a thin layer of butter on the warm toast.
3
Spread the sweet red bean paste (anko) evenly over the buttered toast.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (150g)

350 kcal / 1464 kJ

Carbs

55g

21% of RDA

Fat

12g

17% of RDA

Protein

18% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

4 g

13% of RDA

Sugar

25 g

28% of RDA

Sodium

350 mg

15% of RDA

Saturated Fat

7 g

35% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds on top of the red bean paste.

A dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream makes this into a simple dessert.

If you're using homemade anko, ensure it's cooled down before spreading it on the toast.

Cooking Equipment

Toaster or Oven

Wine Pairings

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Red Bean Toast

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