T’ang Ts’u Wan Tzu

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 5
Delicious T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu Recipe for Dinner
in Chinese

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup mashed potatoes , packed
2 egg whites
1/4 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons minced water chestnuts , fresh
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon msg
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
2 cups oil
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons Braggs liquid aminos or 2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons catsup
2 tablespoons water
5 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
430
Sugar
27g
Fat
31g
T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu is a popular Chinese dish that is often served as an appetizer. It is prepared using mashed potatoes, water chestnuts, cornstarch, and sesame seeds. The mashed potatoes are blended with the other ingredients, rolled into balls, and fried until golden brown. The dish is served along with a sauce prepared using vinegar, sherry, soy sauce, catsup, water, sugar, and cornstarch. The sauce is heated until bubbly and thick, and the fried potato balls are coated in it. T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu is a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish that is guaranteed to impress your guests.

Instructions

1.In a bowl mix mashed potatoes, egg whites, cornstarch, water chestnuts, salt and MSG.
2.In another bowl mix vinegar, sherry, Braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce, catsup, water, sugar and cornstarch.
3.In a skillet heat up oil.
4.Once hot, make the mashed potato mixture into 2 inch balls, roll them in the sesame seeds and gently place them in the hot oil. Fry until golden brown.
5.Once done, place the balls on a paper towel to soak any excess oil.
6.In another skillet, add in the prepared sauce mixture and heat until bubbly and thick. Add in the fried potato balls and coat well with the sauce.

PROS

T’ang Ts’u Wan Tzu is a tasty appetizer.
It has a crispy outer layer, and a smooth mashed potato interior.

It is a popular Chinese dish that is enjoyed by many.

It is easy to prepare and cooks quickly.

CONS

T’ang Ts’u Wan Tzu has a high amount of oil that can lead to weight gain if consumed frequently.

It may contain MSG which can cause adverse reactions in some individuals.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

T’ang Ts’u Wan Tzu is not particularly healthy as it is high in oil and may contain MSG.
However, it is a good source of potassium and vitamin C.
Potatoes contain antioxidants that help in preventing chronic diseases. Sesame seeds are also rich in antioxidants and are a good source of fiber.

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