Soy-Free Chewy Taro Balls
Experience the delightful chewiness of **Soy-Free Chewy Taro Balls**, a classic Asian dessert that’s naturally gluten-free and perfect for those with soy allergies. Made with only four simple ingredients—taro root, tapioca starch, sugar, and water—this recipe highlights the earthy sweetness of taro, combined with the springy texture of tapioca. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a quick boil, these taro balls are ideal as a topping for bubble tea, sweet soups, or even served chilled for a refreshing treat. The recipe's straightforward steaming and kneading techniques make it accessible for home cooks, while its versatility allows you to enjoy a traditional dessert with modern flair. Whether you're looking for a vegan-friendly indulgence or a comforting classic, these taro balls deliver on flavor, simplicity, and texture!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 250 grams taro root
- 150 grams tapioca starch
- 50 milliliters water
- 30 grams sugar
Instructions
Peel the taro root and cut it into small cubes.
Steam the taro cubes over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes until they become soft and tender.
Mash the steamed taro cubes with a fork or potato masher until smooth, ensuring there are no large lumps.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed taro with tapioca starch and sugar. Gradually add water while mixing, until a dough forms.
Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and pliable. If the dough is too dry, add a bit more water; if too sticky, add a little more tapioca starch.
Divide the dough into smaller portions and roll each portion into a long rope with a diameter of about 1 cm.
Cut the ropes into small pieces, each about 1 cm in length, to form the taro balls.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and add the taro balls. Stir gently to prevent sticking.
Cook the taro balls until they float to the surface, then continue cooking for another 3-5 minutes.
Drain the cooked taro balls and rinse them under cold water to stop further cooking and improve their chewy texture.
Serve the chewy taro balls immediately, or chill them in the fridge for later use, typically in a dessert like bubble tea or sweet soups.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 31 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 249.4 g | 91% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.1 g | 50% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.2 g | ||
| Protein | 1.5 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1495 mg | 32% | |
*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.
