Description
Deliciously crispy sesame balls filled with a sweet taro mixture that evoke nostalgic memories.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup mashed taro
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup sesame seeds
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and water until a smooth dough forms.
- In another bowl, mix the mashed taro with sugar until well combined.
- Divide the dough into small balls, flatten each ball and place a small amount of the taro mixture in the center.
- Pinch the edges to seal the ball and roll it gently to smooth it out.
- Roll each ball in sesame seeds to coat.
- Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
- Fry the balls until golden brown and floating, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Notes
These sesame balls are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg