High Protein Glutinous Rice Balls (Tangyuan)
Elevate your dessert game with these High Protein Glutinous Rice Balls (Tangyuan), a modern twist on a classic Chinese treat. These chewy, delightfully soft rice balls feature a creamy, protein-rich filling made from silken tofu, unflavored or vanilla protein powder, powdered peanuts or almond flour, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey or maple syrup. Cooked to perfection and served in a fragrant ginger-infused sweet soup, this recipe combines tradition with a nutritional boost, making it perfect for a post-workout snack or a guilt-free dessert. With a quick prep and cook time, this dish is as easy to make as it is satisfying. Packed with high-protein ingredients and bursting with flavor, these tangyuan are a must-try for lovers of healthy Asian-inspired desserts!
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Ingredients
- 250 grams glutinous rice flour
- 200 ml warm water
- 150 grams silken tofu
- 50 grams protein powder (unflavored or vanilla)
- 50 grams powdered peanuts or almond flour
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 30 grams sesame seeds
- 30 grams fresh ginger
- 1 liter water (for soup)
- 50 grams brown sugar
Directions
Step 1
In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour with 200 ml warm water. Knead the mixture into a smooth, pliable dough. Cover and set it aside to rest.
Step 2
In a food processor, blend the silken tofu, protein powder, powdered peanuts, honey or maple syrup, and sesame seeds until a smooth paste is formed. Adjust sweetness to taste if necessary.
Step 3
Divide the dough into 24 equal portions. Roll each into a small ball and then flatten slightly.
Step 4
Place 1 teaspoon of the tofu filling in the center of each flattened dough piece. Carefully wrap the dough around the filling and seal it well by rolling it into a smooth ball again. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
Step 5
In a saucepan, bring 1 liter of water to a boil and add the fresh ginger slices. Let the ginger steep for about 5 minutes to infuse the flavor.
Step 6
Add the brown sugar to the ginger water and stir until dissolved, creating your sweet soup base. Adjust sweetness if necessary.
Step 7
In another pot of boiling water, gently drop the prepared rice balls. Stir gently to prevent sticking. Cook for approximately 5-7 minutes or until the rice balls float to the surface.
Step 8
Transfer the cooked rice balls to the ginger-infused syrup and let them soak for a few minutes to absorb the flavors.
Step 9
Serve the glutinous rice balls hot, with a generous ladle of ginger-infused sweet soup.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1854.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2022.3 |
| Total Fat 50.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g | |
| Cholesterol 16.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 136.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 309.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 88.3g | |
| Protein 85.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 829.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1195.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories