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Korean sweet red bean mandu served with crispy golden brown pastry

Korean Sweet Red Bean Mandu

Red bean mandu holds a special place among Korean sweets. Adzuki beans, a well-known ingredient in Asia for sweet fillings, are a perfect choice for mandu with their silky texture and slightly nutty flavor. Traditionally, they are eaten on festive occasions, but they are also becoming increasingly popular as an everyday dessert. The secret to perfect sweet mandu is that the paste should not be too wet or too dry. Tip: Adding sesame oil gives it a special aroma and harmonizes with the earthy sweetness of the bean paste. It is worth eating freshly baked, when the pastry is still crispy on the outside and creamy soft on the inside. This dish is an excellent choice as a dessert at the end of an Asian-inspired menu, but it can also be served cold as a snack or a special treat for guests. If you like sweet and savory combinations, this recipe will be a real treasure in your repertoire.

Prep Time 20 min
Preparation 10 min
Total 30 min
460 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 4
⭕ 20 Mandu Wrappers
⭕ 200 g Sweet Red Bean Paste (Adzuki)
⭕ 20 g Powdered Sugar
⭕ 1 tsp Sesame Oil
⭕ 1 tbsp Vegetable Oil
⭕ 50 ml Water

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    In a bowl, combine the sweet red bean paste with the powdered sugar and sesame oil. Mix until smooth and creamy. Tip: If the paste is too thick, add a little water to thin it out.

    2

    Prepare the mandu wrappers on a clean surface. Place a teaspoon of the red bean filling in the center of each wrapper, making sure not to get any filling on the edges.

    3

    Moisten one edge of the wrapper with water, fold it in half, and gently crimp the edges to seal well. Tip: Don't overfill, as the paste may leak out during cooking.

    4

    Heat a tablespoon of vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Place the mandu in the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes, until the bottoms are golden brown.

    5

    Pour about 50 ml of water into the skillet, cover immediately, and steam the mandu for 4-5 minutes, until the water has completely evaporated. This ensures a perfectly soft and crispy texture.

    6

    Once the water has evaporated, remove the lid and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the bottoms are crispy again.

    7

    Serve warm, optionally sprinkled with a little powdered sugar or toasted sesame seeds. Can also be enjoyed cold as a dessert or snack.

    8

    Tip: Try drizzling the mandu with a little honey or maple syrup when serving for a special flavor boost!