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Sesame Balls

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Crispy, golden sesame-coated balls with a chewy glutinous rice flour interior—lightly sweet and airy, these Jian Dui are a beloved classic Asian snack or dessert.

Ingredients

A little less than 1/2 cup (110 ml) water

1/4 cup (50 g) white sugar

1 1/4 cup (130 g) glutinous rice flour

1 tsp (4 g) neutral oil

1/3 cup (48 g) white sesame seeds

Neutral oil, for frying

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the water and sugar, stirring until fully dissolved.
  2. Transfer the sugar water into a bowl with the glutinous rice flour, stirring until a lumpy dough forms. Add the neutral oil and knead until smooth, firm, and elastic.
  3. Divide the dough into 6–8 equal portions and roll each into a ball.
  4. Flatten each ball into a disc; optionally add a small filling like red bean paste. Wrap and roll back into a smooth ball.
  5. Moisten each ball lightly, then coat evenly with sesame seeds.
  6. Heat neutral frying oil in a deep pan to about 300°F (150°C). Fry a few balls at a time, gently stirring to roll them in the oil for even cooking.
  7. Once they float and lightly expand (about 10 minutes), raise the oil temperature slightly and continue frying until golden and crispy.
  8. Drain on paper towels and let cool briefly before serving.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh for ideal texture.

Filling is optional—plain sesame balls are common and easier to fry evenly.

Maintain moderate oil temperature to prevent bursting.

Reheat in a toaster oven or air fryer to restore crispiness.

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