Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Special equipment needed:
- Deep fryer or wok
- Slotted spoon
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, cocoa powder, and granulated sugar. Mix well.
2. Gradually add water while stirring until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and pliable.
4. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
5. Flatten each ball with your palm and place a few chocolate chips in the center.
6. Fold the dough over the chocolate chips and roll it into a ball again.
7. Roll each ball in sesame seeds until fully coated.
8. Heat the deep fryer or wok to 350°F.
9. Carefully drop the balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
10. Remove the balls from the oil using a slotted spoon and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
11. Serve warm or at room temperature.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Fryer or wok temperature: 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes about 20 chocolate Jian Dui
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 120
- Total fat: 5g
- Saturated fat: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 5mg
- Total carbohydrates: 18g
- Dietary fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 5g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Instead of sesame seeds, you can use chopped nuts or shredded coconut.
- You can use dark chocolate or white chocolate chips instead of milk chocolate chips.
Variations:
- You can add a pinch of salt to the dough for a salted chocolate flavor.
- You can add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the dough for a vanilla-chocolate flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is smooth and pliable before rolling it into balls.
- Do not overfill the balls with chocolate chips, or they may burst during frying.
- Use a slotted spoon to remove the balls from the oil to avoid burning yourself.
Storage instructions:
- Store the chocolate Jian Dui in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the chocolate Jian Dui, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes, or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the chocolate Jian Dui on a platter with a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Arrange the chocolate Jian Dui in a decorative box for gift-giving.
Garnishes:
- Dust the chocolate Jian Dui with powdered sugar or cocoa powder.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the top of the chocolate Jian Dui.
Pairings:
- Serve the chocolate Jian Dui with a cup of hot tea or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit, such as strawberries or raspberries, make a great side dish for the chocolate Jian Dui.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add more water, a tablespoon at a time, until it becomes smooth and pliable.
- If the balls burst during frying, reduce the amount of chocolate chips in each ball.
Food safety advice:
- Be careful when working with hot oil to avoid burns.
- Make sure the chocolate chips are fully enclosed in the dough to avoid them leaking out during frying.
Food history:
- Jian Dui is a traditional Chinese dessert made from glutinous rice flour. It is often served during the Chinese New Year.
Flavor profiles:
- The chocolate Jian Dui has a crispy exterior and a chewy interior, with a rich chocolate flavor and a nutty sesame seed coating.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the chocolate Jian Dui as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Chinese
Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Chocolatey, Chewy