Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- 1/4 cup red bean paste
Special equipment needed:
- Deep fryer or deep saucepan
- Slotted spoon
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water. Mix until it forms a smooth dough.
2. Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter.
3. Flatten each ball with your palm and put a small amount of red bean paste in the center.
4. Pinch the edges together to seal the red bean paste inside the dough.
5. Roll the ball in the sesame seeds until it is fully coated.
6. Heat the oil in a deep fryer or deep saucepan to 350°F.
7. Carefully drop the sesame balls into the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes.
8. Use a slotted spoon to remove the sesame balls from the oil and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
9. Serve warm.
- Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Fry the sesame balls at 350°F.
Serving size:
- This recipe makes about 12 sesame balls.
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 120
- Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Protein: 2g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Red bean paste can be substituted with other sweet fillings such as peanut butter or chocolate.
Variations:
- Instead of sesame seeds, you can use shredded coconut or chopped nuts to coat the sesame balls.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the oil is hot enough before frying the sesame balls to ensure they cook evenly.
- Use a slotted spoon to carefully remove the sesame balls from the oil to prevent them from breaking apart.
- If the dough is too sticky, dust your hands with glutinous rice flour before rolling the balls.
Storage instructions:
- Store leftover sesame balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat sesame balls, place them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 5-7 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve sesame balls on a platter with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or drizzle of honey.
Garnishes:
- Garnish sesame balls with fresh fruit such as sliced strawberries or kiwi.
Pairings:
- Sesame balls pair well with green tea or hot chocolate.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve sesame balls with a side of fresh fruit or a scoop of ice cream.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sesame balls break apart while frying, try rolling them in a thinner layer of sesame seeds.
Food safety advice:
- Use caution when frying with hot oil to prevent burns.
Food history:
- Sesame balls, also known as Jian Dui, are a traditional Chinese dessert often served during the Lunar New Year.
Flavor profiles:
- Sesame balls have a sweet and nutty flavor with a crispy exterior and chewy interior.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve sesame balls as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Chinese