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Sesame Balls Recipe

Crispy Sesame Balls Recipe: A Sweet Delight You’ll Love

This Sesame Balls Recipe features crunchy sesame seeds encasing a chewy, sweet filling, perfect for snacks or celebrations.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 balls
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Chinese
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup Glutinous Rice Flour Other flours can alter texture.
  • 1 cup Water Use hot for better consistency.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar May be substituted with honey.
Filling Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Red Bean Paste Can substitute with lotus or other sweet pastes.
Coating Ingredients
  • 1 cup White Sesame Seeds Can use black for a different look.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Wok or Deep Pan
  • slotted spoon
  • Thermometer
  • Baking Sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Heat a small pan over medium heat, add 1 cup of water and 2 tablespoons of sugar, stirring until dissolved and boiling.
  2. Combine 1 cup of glutinous rice flour with the hot water in a mixing bowl, stirring until forming a dough.
  3. Knead the dough for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic, then cover and let it rest for 30 minutes.
  4. Divide the dough into golf ball-sized portions, flatten, add 1 teaspoon of red bean paste, and seal.
  5. Moisten each ball in water, then coat generously with sesame seeds, pressing to adhere.
  6. Heat oil in a wok to 300°F (150°C) and fry the sesame balls for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  7. Increase heat to 350°F (180°C) and fry for an additional 3-5 minutes until golden brown.
  8. Remove from oil, drain on paper towels, and cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ballCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 2gFat: 4gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gCalcium: 1mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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