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traditional chinese new year sweets

Traditional Chinese New Year Sweets: 5 Joyful Recipes


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Traditional Chinese New Year sweets are festive treats enjoyed during the Lunar New Year celebrations. They symbolize good luck and prosperity.


Ingredients

  • Glutinous rice flour – 2 cups
  • Water – 1 cup
  • Sugar – 1 cup
  • Red bean paste – 1 cup
  • Sesame seeds – 1/2 cup
  • Cooking oil – for greasing

Instructions

  1. Combine glutinous rice flour, water, and sugar in a bowl.
  2. Mix until smooth and pour into a greased pan.
  3. Steam for 30 minutes until firm.
  4. Let it cool and cut into pieces.
  5. Fill some pieces with red bean paste and roll in sesame seeds.

Notes

  • Serve at room temperature.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container.
  • Can be enjoyed with tea.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Steaming
  • Cuisine: Chinese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 3g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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