Steamed Glutinous Rice Balls with Red Bean Paste (红豆糯米球)
红豆糯米球 (Steamed Glutinous Rice Balls with Red Bean Paste) is a traditional Jiangxi Cuisine dessert that features a sweet and chewy texture. It's a popular treat during festivals and special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup red bean paste
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the glutinous rice flour and water to form a smooth dough.
- Divide the dough into small balls, then flatten each ball and place a small amount of red bean paste in the center.
- Seal the edges and roll into round balls.
- Place the rice balls in a steamer and steam for 15-20 minutes until cooked through.
- Remove from the steamer and let cool slightly before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 50 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Protein
- 3g
- Fat
- 1g
Supplies
Steamer Large bowl
Tools
Knife Steaming rack
Serving suggestions
Serve the 红豆糯米球 as a sweet treat with a cup of hot tea or as a dessert after a traditional Chinese meal.
Tips & tricks
For a variation, you can also coat the steamed rice balls with shredded coconut for added texture and flavor.
Cost
$5