Anko Ball

Rinse 200 g azuki beans and soak them in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.

Drain the soaked beans and place them in a pot with fresh water to cover. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until tender, about 1-1.5 hours.

Drain the cooked beans, reserving some cooking liquid. Mash the beans into a paste using a fork or potato masher.