Keto Glutinous Rice Balls (Tangyuan)

Indulge in a guilt-free twist on a beloved dessert with these Keto Glutinous Rice Balls (Tangyuan), a low-carb take on the traditional Asian treat. Made with almond flour, coconut flour, and psyllium husk powder, these delicate rice balls are filled with a luscious sesame and erythritol mixture, creating a perfect harmony of nutty and sweet flavors. Simmered in a fragrant ginger-infused syrup, they offer a warm and comforting dessert that’s both keto-friendly and gluten-free. Perfect for celebrations or as a cozy nightcap, this recipe transforms a classic dish into a delightful, low-carb indulgence without sacrificing taste or texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Almond flour
• 0.5 cup Coconut flour
• 2 tablespoons Psyllium husk powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Xanthan gum
• 0.75 cup Boiling water
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup Sesame seeds
• 3 tablespoons Erythritol granulated sweetener
• 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 inch Fresh ginger
• 4 cups Water
• 2 tablespoons Additional erythritol for syrup

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix together the almond flour, coconut flour, psyllium husk powder, and xanthan gum.

Step 2

Slowly add boiling water while stirring continuously to form a dough. Use your hands to knead it gently until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 3

In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add sesame seeds and stir until fragrant and golden, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Remove from heat, add erythritol sweetener and vanilla extract to the sesame mix, stirring to combine. Allow to cool.

Step 5

Divide the dough into 18 equal pieces. Flatten each piece and place a small spoonful of the sesame filling in the center. Gather the edges of the dough to cover the filling, rolling it gently into a ball.

Step 6

Repeat the process with the remaining dough and filling.

Step 7

In a separate pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add ginger and additional erythritol for sweetness. Simmer for about 5 minutes to infuse the water with ginger flavor, then remove the ginger pieces.

Step 8

Gently place the rice balls in the boiling ginger water. Cook for 5-7 minutes until they float to the surface.

Step 9

Serve the glutinous rice balls in bowls with the ginger syrup.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1440.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1308.9

Total Fat 100.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.2g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 139.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 123.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.7g	0%
Total Sugars 9.3g
Protein 39.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 345.1mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 778.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 58.2%

Protein: 10.1%

Carbs: 31.6%