Xiaohan is one of the twenty-four traditional Chinese solar terms. During Xiaohan, many people eat red beans and glutinous rice. Red beans can remove dampness and activate blood circulation. Glutinous rice can nourish the kidneys, so it is very good in winter. A good nourishing food, today I will tell you how to make glutinous rice and red bean rice.

1. How to make glutinous rice and red bean rice

1. Before making glutinous rice and red bean rice, you must first prepare the raw materials. First prepare some white rice, round glutinous rice, red bean water and salt.

2. The next step is to wash the white rice and put it in a sieve, drain the water inside, and then leave it quietly for about 30 to 60 minutes. The next step is to wash the round glutinous rice and drain it in the same way. Then soak the red beans in water. When they swell to about twice their size, start turning on the heat. Cook over high heat until boiling, then pour out the water and drain the red beans. Then add water again, bring to a boil over high heat, then turn off the heat, filter the red beans and soup and set aside.

3. The next step is to soak the round glutinous rice in the freshly filtered soup for about two hours, and then add the bean juice, round glutinous rice, and white rice to the rice cooker. Stir the red beans lightly with salt, and then cook them in the rice cooker. Remember to stir them thoroughly when you go to let the rice absorb water evenly, then cover the lid and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.

2. What other foods can be eaten during the Xiaohan season?

China’s traditional culture is very extensive and profound. There are different delicacies in different seasons and solar terms. The Xiaohan season is a relatively cold season of the year, so it is very susceptible to wind and cold. Therefore, many people in this world like to eat mutton, which is also a relatively warm food. There are also sprouts, vegetable rice, etc. After the Xiaohan season, the weather is getting colder and colder, so everyone should pay attention to keeping warm and eat more hot foods. When you have free time at home, you can cook some glutinous rice and red bean rice to replenish qi and blood.