Sesame Balls (gf) (veg) Recipe
(available brunch only) red bean caramel
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Coating
Frying
Method
Prepare Dough
- 1
Mix Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, water, sugar, and salt. Stir until a smooth dough forms.
- 2
Rest the Dough
Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
Prepare Filling
- 3
Combine Red Bean Paste
In a small bowl, mix red bean paste and brown sugar until well combined. Set aside.
Form Sesame Balls
- 4
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has rested, divide it into equal portions (about 1 oz each).
- 5
Fill the Dough
Flatten each piece of dough in your palm, add a teaspoon of the red bean filling in the center, and carefully wrap the dough around the filling to form a ball.
- 6
Coat with Sesame Seeds
Roll each ball in sesame seeds until thoroughly coated.
Fry the Sesame Balls
- 7
Heat Oil
In a deep frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 8
Fry the Balls
Carefully add the sesame balls to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
- 9
Drain Excess Oil
Remove the sesame balls from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Serve
- 10
Presentation
Serve warm as a delicious brunch item, optionally with a drizzle of additional red bean caramel on top.
