Zongzi Rice Dumplings

Zongzi Rice Dumplings are a traditional Chinese snack made from glutinous rice and filled with savory ingredients, wrapped in bamboo leaves for a fragrant finish. These gluten-free dumplings are perfect for sharing and celebrating special occasions.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice - 200g
• Dried shiitake mushrooms - 4 pieces
• Dried chestnuts - 50g
• Dried lotus seeds - 50g
• Bamboo leaves - 10 pieces (soaked in warm water)
• Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Water - 500ml

Steps

1. Soak the glutinous rice, dried shiitake mushrooms, dried chestnuts, and dried lotus seeds in separate bowls of water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
2. After soaking, drain the rice and ingredients. Chop the shiitake mushrooms, chestnuts, and lotus seeds into small pieces.
3. In a bowl, mix the drained rice with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Prepare the bamboo leaves by rinsing them and laying them flat. Take two leaves and overlap them to form a cone.
5. Fill the cone with a layer of glutinous rice, followed by a layer of the mixed filling (shiitake mushrooms, chestnuts, and lotus seeds), then cover with another layer of rice.
6. Fold the bamboo leaves over to enclose the filling, securing it tightly. Tie with kitchen twine or strips of bamboo leaf to hold it together.
7. Repeat the process for the remaining ingredients to make a total of 4 dumplings.
8. In a large pot, place the wrapped dumplings and cover them with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer, covering the pot and cooking for about 2 to 2.5 hours.
9. Once cooked, remove the dumplings from the pot and let them cool slightly before unwrapping.
10. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains fiber from the lotus seeds and chestnuts, promoting digestive health.

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