Dried red beans

Last updated 2026-11-10 — Dried red beans refer to tender red bean pods that have been sun-dried, usually dried in summer for consumption in winter. In the past, without greenhouses, fresh vegetables in winter were limited to dried or pickled options. In summer, the veins of the red bean pods are removed and the pods are cut lengthwise in half, then thoroughly sun-dried under the strong sun and stored in a cool, dry place. When ready to eat, the dried red beans are first soaked in hot water to soften them, then they can be stewed or stir-fried with other ingredients...