A general-purpose bean which can be used in curries, chilli con carne, stews and salads.
High in protein, low in fat.
Aduki beans can be used to make red-bean-paste, which can then be used to make Japanese/Chinese desserts.
Directions
Cooking time is around half an hour to an hour, depending on how long you soak them for beforehand (soaking for a few hours reduces the cooking time). Simply boil in water until they are soft and done.