Hak Yu Gok (crispy Taro Balls)
Hak Yu Gok, also known as Crispy Taro Balls, is a popular Chiuchow Cuisine snack that features a crunchy exterior and a soft, savory interior.
Ingredients
- 500g taro, peeled and diced
- 100g glutinous rice flour
- 50g sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Oil for deep frying
Instructions
- Steam the diced taro until soft, then mash it into a smooth paste.
- In a bowl, mix the mashed taro with glutinous rice flour, sugar, and salt to form a dough.
- Divide the dough into small balls and deep fry in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the crispy taro balls from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Serve the Hak Yu Gok hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Deep frying
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 20g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 7g
Supplies
Steamer Deep fryer or deep pot Slotted spoon Paper towels
Tools
Bowl Masher Knife
Serving suggestions
Serve the crispy taro balls with a side of sweet chili sauce for dipping.
Tips & tricks
Make sure the taro balls are well-drained before frying to achieve a crispy texture.
Cost
$5