Sweet Rice Flour Dumplings, Hong Kong Style

May 18, 2023May 18, 20230 2

Sweet and delicious Sweet Rice Flour Dumplings, Hong Kong Style

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

20 min

Cook

7 min

Ready In

27 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut
	1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
	3 tablespoons sugar
	2 cups glutinous-rice flour ( plus more as needed )
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	three 1/2-inch slices peeled fresh ginger

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

238

Sugar

15g

Fat

10g

Sweet Rice Flour Dumplings, Hong Kong Style are a popular Chinese dessert traditionally enjoyed during the Mid-Autumn Festival. These small dumplings are filled with fresh slices of ginger and coated in a sweet and nutty mixture of dried shredded coconut, roasted peanuts, and sugar. The glutinous-rice flour gives the dumplings a chewy texture, and they are often enjoyed warm with a cup of tea. This is an easy dessert to make at home with simple ingredients, and it's sure to impress your family and friends.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, combine the shredded coconut, chopped peanuts, and sugar. Mix well and set aside.
2.	In a separate bowl, whisk together the glutinous-rice flour and salt. Gradually add in warm water while mixing with a wooden spoon until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add more water. If the dough is too wet, add more flour.
3.	Roll the dough into small balls and flatten slightly. Place a slice of ginger inside each ball and smooth the dough back over to encase the ginger. Repeat with the remaining dough.
4.	Bring a pot of water to a boil. Add the dumplings and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface. Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and roll them in the coconut-peanut-sugar mixture until coated. Serve warm.

PROS

These dumplings are sweet and delicious, with a unique flavor from the addition of ginger.

They can be made in large batches and frozen for later enjoyment.

CONS

Glutinous-rice flour can be difficult to find in some areas, and may require a trip to a specialty grocery store.

These dumplings are high in carbs and calories, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While these dumplings aren’t particularly healthy, ginger has been linked to helping with nausea and reducing inflammation.
Additionally, coconut contains healthy fats and fiber which aid in digestion and may support heart health.