Description
Golden and crisp on the outside with a creamy taro center, these sesame balls are a delightful treat perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1 cup cooked taro, mashed
- 3 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup white sesame seeds
- 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and granulated sugar. Gradually add warm water and mix until a soft dough forms.
- In another bowl, mix mashed taro with powdered sugar until smooth. Shape into small balls.
- Flatten a piece of dough, place taro filling in the center, seal tightly, and roll into a smooth ball.
- Roll each ball in white sesame seeds until fully coated.
- Heat vegetable oil to about 160 degrees Celsius over medium low heat.
- Fry the balls in batches for 6 to 8 minutes, turning gently until golden brown and puffed.
- Remove and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Notes
- Keep oil temperature steady for even cooking.
- Seal dough carefully to prevent filling leaks.
- Fry in small batches for best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sesame balls with taro, taro dessert, glutinous rice balls, fried sesame balls