Red Bean Slush (紅豆冰沙)
Red Bean Slush is a refreshing, creamy, and icy drink made with sweet red bean paste, milk, and ice. This quick and easy Asian-inspired dessert beverage is perfect for warm weather and customizable with toppings like whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk, or whole red beans.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 cup smooth sweet red bean paste (adzuki bean paste)
- 1 cup milk (whole, 2%, or non-dairy alternatives like almond or soy)
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 1 tbsp sweetened whole red beans (optional, for topping)
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, sweetened condensed milk
Instructions
- Add ice cubes to a blender and pulse until they resemble crushed ice or snow.
- Add the red bean paste and milk to the blender with the crushed ice.
- Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and slushy in consistency.
- Taste and adjust: add more milk for a thinner drink or a sweetener for more sweetness if desired.
- Pour into serving glasses. Top with sweetened whole red beans and optional toppings.
- Serve immediately while icy and cold.
Notes
- Use coconut milk for a tropical twist.
- Add vanilla or red bean ice cream for a dessert version.
- Use plant-based milk and skip dairy toppings for a vegan version.
- Add matcha powder for a green tea fusion flavor.
- Prepare the red bean and milk mix ahead of time and blend with ice just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
