Korean Sweet Black Beans (Kongjaban)

A sweet and nutty side dish, these seasoned black beans are a protein-filled complement to any Korean meal.

Ingredients:

1 cup black soy beans, washed
1 cup water
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tbsp sesame oil
1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Preparation:

In a small pot, bring water and beans to a boil and cook for 15 minutes.
Turn down heat to medium-low and add soy sauce, sugar, and sesame oil.
Stir to combine and continue to cook for 10-15 minutes.
If adding seeds, take pot off of heat and stir in sesame seeds.
(Serves 4)

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