Chewy Taro Balls
Indulge in the delightful chewiness of homemade Taro Balls, a classic Taiwanese dessert that strikes the perfect balance between satisfying texture and subtle sweetness. Made from steamed taro and sweet potato, these vibrant treats are kneaded with tapioca starch to achieve their signature bouncy bite. Customize your creation by adding natural food coloring to craft multi-colored taro balls that are as visually appealing as they are delicious. Once cooked gently in boiling water and chilled in a cold bath for that perfect chew, these versatile taro balls can be served warm in a sweet soup or paired with desserts like grass jelly, shaved ice, or creamy coconut milk. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, this recipe is an easy and fun way to bring a taste of authentic Taiwanese flavors to your table.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams taro
- 300 grams sweet potato
- 200 grams tapioca starch
- 50 grams sugar
- 100 milliliters water
- 1 as needed food coloring
Directions
Step 1
Peel the taro and sweet potatoes, then cut them into small chunks.
Step 2
Steam the taro and sweet potatoes separately until soft, about 15 to 20 minutes. Test by poking with a fork; the fork should slide in easily.
Step 3
Once steamed, mash the taro and sweet potato separately in different bowls.
Step 4
Add 25 grams of sugar to the taro and sweet potatoes each, mixing well.
Step 5
Slowly add half of the tapioca starch to the mashed taro and the other half to the mashed sweet potatoes. Knead each mixture until a smooth dough forms. If the mixture is too dry, gradually add a little water until it reaches the right consistency. It should be smooth, soft, and pliable.
Step 6
For color variation, divide the doughs into portions and add a small amount of food coloring to each portion, kneading until the color is evenly distributed.
Step 7
Roll each type of dough into long strips, approximately 1 cm in diameter.
Step 8
Cut the strips into small pieces, about 2 cm each, to form small balls.
Step 9
Bring a pot of water to a boil and gently drop the taro balls into the boiling water. Stir gently to prevent sticking.
Step 10
Cook the taro balls until they float to the surface, then allow them to cook for an additional 2 minutes.
Step 11
Remove the balls with a slotted spoon and transfer them to a bowl of cold water for a few minutes to enhance the chewy texture.
Step 12
Drain the taro balls and serve them warm with sweet soup, syrup, or with dessert of your choice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1152.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1951.5 |
| Total Fat 27.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.2g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g | |
| Cholesterol 19mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1276.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 415.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 30.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 75.0g | |
| Protein 12.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 349.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3760mg | 0% |
Source of Calories