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Sesame Balls with Taro

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Deep Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Vegetarian

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

  1. In a bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and granulated sugar. Gradually add warm water and mix until a soft dough forms.
  2. In another bowl, mix mashed taro with powdered sugar until smooth. Shape into small balls.
  3. Flatten a piece of dough, place taro filling in the center, seal tightly, and roll into a smooth ball.
  4. Roll each ball in white sesame seeds until fully coated.
  5. Heat vegetable oil to about 160 degrees Celsius over medium low heat.
  6. Fry the balls in batches for 6 to 8 minutes, turning gently until golden brown and puffed.
  7. 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