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Sesame Balls

Crispy Sesame Balls: A Joyful 5-Ingredient Delight

Discover the joy of crispy sesame balls, a delightful dessert made with just five ingredients.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 10 balls
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour provides the essential chewy texture
  • 1 cup hot water boiling water makes dough pliable
  • 2 tablespoons sugar or preferred sweetener
For the Filling
  • 1 cup red bean paste can substitute with other fillings
For the Coating
  • 1 cup sesame seeds use white or mixed with black for visual appeal

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • pot
  • Slotted spoon
  • deep frying pan or wok
  • Measuring Cups
  • Thermometer

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Sesame Balls
  1. Prep hot water by heating and dissolving sugar until fully melted.
  2. Prepare the dough by mixing glutinous rice flour with hot water, knead until smooth.
  3. Shape and divide the dough into equal portions, filling with red bean paste.
  4. Coat the balls by dipping in water and rolling in sesame seeds.
  5. Fry in hot oil at 300°F until floating, then increase heat for final browning.
  6. Serve and enjoy warm, pairing with tea for a delightful experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gCalcium: 2mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Experiment with different fillings like lotus seed, taro, or pumpkin for personalized flavors.

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