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Irresistible Sesame Balls Recipe Easy Crispy Jian Dui Delight

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Crispy, golden sesame balls with chewy glutinous rice dough and sweet red bean paste filling, perfect for celebrations or a cozy snack.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (150g) glutinous rice flour
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • about ½ cup (120ml) warm water
  • about ½ cup (120g) red bean paste
  • ¾ cup (100g) white sesame seeds, toasted
  • vegetable oil for deep frying (canola or peanut oil recommended)
  • optional: 1 tablespoon glutinous rice starch
  • optional: a few drops vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3–5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, granulated sugar, and glutinous rice starch if using. Slowly add warm water, mixing until a smooth, elastic dough forms. Add vanilla extract if desired.
  3. Pinch off small pieces of dough about 1 inch (25g) each. Roll into balls and flatten into discs about 2 inches (5cm) wide.
  4. Place about 1 teaspoon (5g) of red bean paste in the center of each disc. Wrap dough around filling, sealing edges and rolling into smooth balls.
  5. Roll each ball in toasted sesame seeds, pressing lightly to adhere seeds evenly.
  6. Heat vegetable oil in a pot or deep fryer to 320–350°F (160–175°C) to a depth of at least 3 inches (7.5cm).
  7. Fry 3–4 balls at a time for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally until golden brown and puffed.
  8. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towel-lined baking sheet. Let cool slightly before serving.
  9. Repeat frying remaining balls in batches, maintaining oil temperature.

Notes

Maintain oil temperature between 320–350°F to avoid greasy or burnt sesame balls. Toast sesame seeds beforehand for better flavor and adhesion. Seal dough edges tightly to prevent bursting. Fry in small batches to keep oil temperature steady. Let balls cool slightly before eating to avoid burning from hot filling.

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Keywords: sesame balls, jian dui, Chinese dessert, glutinous rice flour, red bean paste, fried dessert, Asian sweets, crispy sesame balls

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