Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup hot water, plus 1–2 tablespoons as needed
- 1/2 cup white sesame seeds
- Oil for frying
- Optional filling:
- 1/4 cup sweet red bean paste, lotus seed paste, or sweet mung bean paste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix glutinous rice flour and sugar.
- Gradually add hot water while stirring, then knead into a smooth, soft dough. Add extra warm water as needed if the dough is dry.
- Divide dough into 10–12 equal pieces. Flatten each piece, add 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of filling, pinch closed, and roll into a smooth ball.
- Lightly moisten each ball and roll in sesame seeds, pressing gently to coat.
- Heat oil in a pot to 320–340°F (160–170°C). Fry sesame balls in batches for 6–8 minutes, stirring gently until golden and puffed.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Best enjoyed warm on the same day they’re made.
- Use a mix of black and white sesame seeds for a visual twist.
- Try alternate fillings like chocolate, peanut butter, or mashed sweet potato.
- Freeze before frying for later use—no need to thaw before cooking.
- Avoid microwaving to maintain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sesame ball
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
