Tangyuan – Sweet Glutinous Rice Balls Recipe
Tangyuan also known as sweet glutinous rice balls are known for their chewy texture and sweet filling, making them a popular treat for people of all ages.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup water
- Your choice of sweet filling (such as red bean paste, sesame paste, or sweetened ground peanuts)
- Optional: food coloring (for colorful Tangyuan)
Instructions:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and water. Mix well until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, one teaspoon at a time, until the dough comes together.
- Divide the dough into small portions and roll each portion into a ball.
- Flatten each dough ball with your palm to create a small disk.
- Place a small amount of your chosen sweet filling in the center of each disk.
- Carefully pinch the edges of the dough together to seal the filling inside, then roll it back into a smooth ball shape.
- Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil over medium heat.
- Gently drop the Tangyuan into the boiling water and cook until they float to the surface, about 5-7 minutes.
- Once the Tangyuan are floating, cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, then remove them from the water using a slotted spoon.
- Serve the Tangyuan hot in a bowl with some of the cooking water, or allow them to cool slightly before serving.
- Enjoy the warm, chewy goodness of Tangyuan as a delicious street food-inspired dessert!