25-Min Pork Zongzi — Sticky Rice Dumplings
Glutinous rice wrapped in bamboo leaves with seasoned ground pork, soy, and garlic — the TikTok-fast version that skips the soaking. Boil until they float, then serve hot with a soy dipping sauce.
- Total time
- 25 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 385
- Protein
- 14g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Soak bamboo leaves in hot water for 5 minutes until soft and pliable.
Step 2
Rinse glutinous rice in a sieve under cold water until water runs clear, then drain well.
Step 3
Brown ground pork in a skillet over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a spoon, 4-5 minutes.
Step 4
Add minced garlic, stir until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
Step 5
Stir in 2 tbsp soy sauce and sesame oil, then fold in drained rice and scallions off heat.
Step 6
Lay one bamboo leaf shiny-side down, place 2 tbsp filling near the center, fold into a triangle.
Step 7
Bring 4 cups water to a boil in a pot, drop in zongzi, and simmer 12-15 minutes until they float.
Step 8
Drain zongzi and serve hot. Mix remaining 2 tbsp soy sauce with a splash of water as dipping sauce.
Tools you’ll need
- 12-inch skillet
- wooden spoon
- medium saucepan or pot
- sieve or colander
- shallow bowl for soaking
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