Tang Yuan
Tang Yuan are delightful, chewy rice dumplings traditionally filled with sweet fillings, transformed here into a Paleo-friendly dish. This version features almond flour and natural sweeteners, making it a wholesome breakfast option that's both satisfying and nutritious.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
220 kcal
Ingredients
- Almond flour - 100 grams
- Tapioca flour - 30 grams
- Coconut oil - 1 tablespoon
- Water - 60 ml
- Maple syrup - 1 tablespoon
- Black sesame seeds - 2 tablespoons
- Coconut milk - 100 ml
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour and tapioca flour until well blended.
- Add the coconut oil and mix until crumbly.
- Slowly add water and maple syrup, kneading until the dough is smooth and pliable.
- Divide the dough into small balls (about 20 grams each).
- Flatten each ball and place a teaspoon of black sesame seeds in the center, then fold and shape into a ball, sealing the filling inside.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and gently drop the dumplings in.
- Cook until they float to the surface, about 5-7 minutes.
- In a separate pot, heat the coconut milk until warm.
- Serve the Tang Yuan in bowls with warm coconut milk poured over them.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 5 g
- Carbs: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 10 mg
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
- Total Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Water: 0.1 L
Health Benefits
- Rich in healthy fats from almond flour and coconut oil.
- Contains natural sweeteners and fiber for better digestion.
Tags
ChinesePaleoBreakfast