Adzuki or "Azuki" bean is wildly cultivated through East Asia for its sweet and nutty flavor and red color, symbolic of good luck. Adzuki beans have a long history in Eastern Asia, used in events and ceremonies and even as medicine. Versatile in cooking, adzuki bean is also used in desserts, mixed in salads, cooked with rice, and added to soups. Adzuki bean is rich in protein and dietary fiber, as well as manganese, iron, and B vitamins.