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Sweet Rice Dumplings

Soft, chewy glutinous rice balls in a light, sweet broth. A comforting Chinese dessert or snack that comes together in minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
2
Calories
220
Protein
3g
Sweet Rice Dumplings
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix 1 cup glutinous rice flour with 0.5 cup water until a soft dough forms. If too sticky, add a little more flour; if too dry, add a teaspoon of water.

  2. Step 2

    Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. You should get about 12 dumplings.

  3. Step 3

    Bring 2 cups water to a boil in a pot. Add the dumplings and stir gently to prevent sticking.

  4. Step 4

    Cook until the dumplings float to the surface, about 3-4 minutes. Then add 2 tbsp sugar and stir until dissolved.

  5. Step 5

    Serve warm in the sweet broth.

Tools you’ll need

  • mixing bowl
  • pot
  • spoon

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