Gluten-Free Sesame Balls
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Gluten-Free Sesame Balls, a crispy and chewy treat that's perfect for snacking or dessert. Made with glutinous rice flour and sweetened red bean paste, these bite-sized delights boast a golden, sesame-covered exterior with a soft, aromatic interior that melts in your mouth. The recipe is entirely gluten-free, ensuring it's suitable for all dietary needs, while the deep-frying technique creates that signature crunch with every bite. Simple yet satisfying, these sesame balls are beautifully flavored with sesame oil and packed with a hint of sweetness. With just 30 minutes of prep time, they’re perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself. Serve them warm or at room temperature and savor a gluten-free take on this cherished classic!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g glutinous rice flour
- 30 g sugar
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 150 ml water, plus extra as needed
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 200 g sweetened red bean paste
- 100 g white sesame seeds
- 500 ml oil for frying
Instructions
In a medium bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and baking powder.
Gradually add the 150 ml of water and sesame oil to the dry ingredients, mixing until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
Flatten each dough ball into a disk, and place a teaspoon of sweetened red bean paste in the center.
Carefully wrap the dough around the red bean paste, rolling it back into a smooth ball. Ensure that the filling is completely encased.
Spread the white sesame seeds on a plate. Roll each ball in the sesame seeds, pressing gently so the seeds adhere well.
In a deep pot or fryer, heat the oil to 160°C (320°F).
Fry the sesame balls in batches to avoid overcrowding, for about 5-6 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on all sides.
Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serve the gluten-free sesame balls warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 49 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.4 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.8 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.5 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 89 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 85 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
