Recipe Summary
- Prep Time: 1 hour
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 10 dumplings
- Skill Level: Intermediate
Ingredients
- 1 cup sweet red bean paste
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup water (plus extra if needed)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- A pinch of salt
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil (for rolling)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add water, mixing constantly, until a smooth dough forms. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water, one tablespoon at a time.
- Divide the dough into 10 equal portions and roll each into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a disc and place a spoonful of sweet red bean paste in the center.
- Carefully wrap the dough around the stuffing, sealing it completely and rolling it back into a ball shape.
- In a large pot of boiling water, gently place the dumplings and cook until they float to the surface, about 5-7 minutes.
- Remove the dumplings with a slotted spoon and let them cool slightly on a plate brushed with sesame oil to prevent sticking.
- Serve warm or at room temperature with a pot of hot tea.
Helpful Tips
- For an even softer dough, you can steam the dumplings instead of boiling them.
- Experiment with different fillings such as sweetened mashed sweet potatoes or black sesame paste to add variety.
- If you’re in a hurry, pre-made sweet red bean paste from Asian grocery stores works perfectly.
Storage Instructions
- Store any leftover dumplings in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, gently steam or microwave them for a few seconds until warmed through.
Pairings
- Pair these sweet red bean dumplings with a fragrant jasmine or green tea for a delightful contrast in flavors.
- These dumplings also complement a light fruit salad or a simple bowl of chilled fruit soup.
