Korean Sweet Rice Balls

Korean Sweet Rice Balls are chewy and delightful snacks made from glutinous rice flour, filled with a sweetened red bean paste, and rolled in crushed nuts or coconut. These delicious treats are perfect for a healthy snack any time of the day.

Ingredients

• glutinous rice flour - 150 grams
• water - 120 ml
• red bean paste - 100 grams
• sugar - 20 grams
• cornstarch - 10 grams
• crushed almonds - 30 grams
• coconut flakes - 30 grams
• salt - a pinch

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
2. Gradually add water while stirring until a smooth dough forms.
3. Divide the dough into small pieces (about 30 grams each) and flatten each piece in your palm.
4. Place a small amount (about 1 teaspoon) of red bean paste in the center of each flattened dough, then fold the edges over the filling and roll into a ball.
5. In a pot of boiling water, gently drop the rice balls and cook for about 8-10 minutes until they float to the surface.
6. While the rice balls are cooking, prepare a plate with a mix of crushed almonds and coconut flakes.
7. Once cooked, remove the rice balls with a slotted spoon and let them cool slightly before rolling them in the almond and coconut mixture.
8. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 190
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Glutinous rice is easy to digest and gluten-free.

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