Peanut Glutinous Rice
Dessert

Peanut Glutinous Rice

timer 15 MIN
signal_cellular_alt Medium
person 4 servings
Recipe
Peanut Glutinous Rice

About This Recipe

Indulge in these delightful peanut and red date glutinous rice balls, a perfect blend of nutty, sweet, and chewy textures. Dry-fried peanuts are crushed and mixed with chopped red dates, toasted sesame seeds, and a touch of brown sugar for a rich, aromatic filling. The dough, made with glutinous rice flour, milk powder, and a hint of sugar, is soft and pillowy, encasing the flavorful filling. Steamed to perfection, these bite-sized treats are finished with a roll in shredded coconut for a tropical twist. Easy to make yet impressive, these rice balls are a comforting dessert or snack, offering a harmonious balance of earthy peanuts, sweet dates, and nutty sesame. Perfect for festive occasions or a cozy treat at home!

Instructions

Detailed preparation guide

servings 4
Total Time 15m

shopping_basket Ingredients

Main Ingredients
  • glutinous rice flour 50g
  • peanuts 30g
The aromatics
  • red dates 10g
  • sesame seeds 10g
  • shredded coconut 10g
  • milk powder 1 tbsp
The sauce & seasonings
  • sugar 1 tbsp
  • brown sugar 1 tbsp

menu_book Directions

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Step 1
Step 1
Dry-fry the peanuts in a pan for a few minutes until the skin is dry and easy to remove. Remove the skin by hand, being careful not to burn yourself, and crush the peanuts into fragments using a rolling pin.
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Step 2
Step 2
Soak the red dates in water for a while, then chop them into small pieces and mix with the peanut fragments. Add toasted sesame seeds (the ratio of peanuts to sesame seeds is approximately 1:1, and you can add more sesame seeds if you prefer a stronger flavor) and a small amount of brown sugar, and mix well to make the filling.
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Step 3
Step 3
Mix a spoonful of milk powder and a small amount of sugar into the glutinous rice flour, then add an appropriate amount of hot water to form a dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface, then roll out a small piece of dough into a thin sheet like a dumpling wrapper.
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Step 4
Step 4
Place the filling in the center of the dough sheet, wrap it up, and shape into a small ball by hand.
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Step 5
Step 5
After all the dough is used up, place the balls in a steamer and steam for 15 minutes. After steaming, roll the balls in shredded coconut to coat.

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