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Glutinous Rice Ball w Jaggery မုန့်လုံးရေပေါ်(Burmese/Myanmar New Year Snack)~All About Food by kSkk

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Glutinous Rice Ball with Jaggery

Cultural Context

Originating from Myanmar, Glutinous Rice Balls with Jaggery are often enjoyed during festivals and special occasions. These sweet treats symbolize unity and are a favorite among families, showcasing the use of local ingredients like jaggery and coconut. Today, they are celebrated not only in Myanmar but also in various Asian cultures, with each region adding its own twist to the traditional recipe.

BurmeseMMdessert
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1½ cups glutinous rice flour
½ cup rice flour
½ tsp salt
½ cup jaggery-cut into small pcs
1 cup fresh coconut-grated

jaggery

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness while brown sugar is more accessible.

glutinous rice flour

🥗Healthier: almond flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Almond flour provides a gluten-free option while all-purpose flour is widely available.

1

Combine glutinous rice flour, rice flour, and salt in a mixing bowl.

2

Gradually add water to form a dough, ensuring it's not too thick or too thin.

3

Knead the dough until smooth and pliable.

4

Divide the dough into small balls.

5

Flatten each ball and place a piece of jaggery in the center.

6

Seal the dough around the jaggery to form a ball.

7

Bring water to a boil in a steamer.

8

Place the rice balls in the steamer and cover.

9

Steam for 15-20 minutes until translucent.

10

Remove the balls from the steamer and let cool slightly.

11

Roll the balls in grated coconut for coating.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingsteaming

Equipment Needed

steamermixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

coconut

Also Known As

Burmese Jaggery Rice BallsMandalay Rice Balls

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