One of my favorite condiments is red bean paste. Whether it's in a steamed or baked bun, a fried sesame ball, or simply on a slice of white bread, red bean paste takes me back to my childhood. I didn't have peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. I had red bean paste on Wonder bread.
My tastes are a more sophisticated now and I prefer these sesame flatbreads called shao bing, which are often served with warm soy milk and Chinese doughnuts (you-tiao) at breakfast. Freshly made is best, but these frozen ones aren't bad and they're easy: Just put them in the toaster.
Then split in half and spread some red bean paste on it. The sesame seeds add a warm nuttiness to the combination of sweet, mashed red beans on toasted bread. Great snack!
