Sesame balls are the fried glutinous shells with red bean inside, rolled in sesame as they puff. I fry them so they expand and the coating holds, keeping the bean in the middle.
The recipe is easy to follow and perfect for special occasions or a sweet treat at home. Making these sesame balls at home gives you the opportunity to enjoy their freshly made, warm, and satisfying texture.
Delicious Crispy Sesame Balls Recipe
These crispy Chinese sesame balls are deep-fried to golden perfection, revealing a soft, chewy texture filled with sweet red bean paste. The recipe takes about 1 hour from start to finish and yields approximately 12 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup sweet red bean paste
- 1/2 cup sesame seeds
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and sugar. Gradually add water while mixing until a smooth dough forms.
- Shape the Balls: Divide the dough into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter). Flatten each ball and place a small spoonful of red bean paste in the center. Seal the dough around the filling and roll it into a smooth ball.
- Coat with Sesame Seeds: Roll each ball in sesame seeds until fully coated.
- Heat the Oil: In a deep skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. The oil should be hot enough that a small piece of dough sizzles when added.
- Fry the Sesame Balls: Carefully add the sesame balls to the hot oil in batches. Fry until they are golden brown and float to the surface, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Keep an eye on the temperature to avoid burning.
- Drain and Serve: Remove the fried balls and drain on paper towels. Serve warm as a delightful dessert or snack.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 balls
- Calories: 120kcal
- Fat: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
Eat them warm so the outside stays crisp.
