Taro Ball and Red Bean Soup

Taro Ball and Red Bean Soup

Indulge in the comforting and vibrant flavors of this homemade Pumpkin, Purple Sweet Potato, and Taro Ball Dessert! This delightful recipe combines tender steamed pumpkin, purple sweet potato, and taro, mashed to perfection and mixed with tapioca starch, milk, and a touch of sugar for a subtly sweet, chewy texture. Each colorful dough is shaped into bite-sized balls, then simmered to soft perfection and served in a warm, velvety red bean soup. The natural sweetness of the root vegetables pairs beautifully with the creamy richness of the red beans, creating a dessert that’s both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for cozy nights or festive gatherings, this dessert is gluten-free and customizable—adjust the sugar to your liking for a treat that’s just right. A must-try for fans of traditional Asian sweets!

10 Minutes
Easy
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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pumpkin
100g
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purple sweet potato
100g
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taro
100g
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red bean
100g (cooked)

The aromatics

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tapioca starch
100g

The sauce & seasonings

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milk
50ml
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sugar
30g

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Steam the sliced pumpkin, purple sweet potato, and taro until they are tender and can be mashed with a chopstick.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Mash each ingredient separately, preferably in a plastic bag to avoid sticking.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Add tapioca starch, milk, and sugar (add more sugar for better taste).

4. Step 4

Step 4
Knead the mixture into a non-sticky dough.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Cook the red bean soup separately, then boil the taro balls in high heat and continue to cook over low heat for a while.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Shape the dough into long strips, cut into small pieces, and start shaping into small balls.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Add the red bean soup to serve.

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