Matcha Glutinous Rice Balls in Sweet Soup
Chewy matcha rice balls served in a warm, sweet broth with matcha jelly and a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds. A comforting dessert that's surprisingly simple to make.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 320
- Protein
- 4g
Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 2 tbsp matcha powder
- ½ cup water
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp agar agar powder
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp agar agar powder with 1 cup water and 2 tbsp sugar. Bring to a boil, stirring, then pour into a shallow dish and refrigerate until set, about 20 minutes.
- 2
In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup glutinous rice flour, 1 tbsp matcha powder, and 0.5 cup water. Knead into a smooth dough, adding a splash more water if too dry.
- 3
Roll the dough into 1-inch balls. Bring a pot of water to a boil, then drop in the balls and cook until they float, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon.
- 4
In a separate pot, combine 3 cups water, 0.25 cup sugar, and remaining 1 tbsp matcha powder. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves and broth is dark green, about 5 minutes.
- 5
Cut the set jelly into small cubes. Divide the rice balls and jelly among bowls, then ladle the hot matcha broth over them.
- 6
Sprinkle with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds and serve warm.
Tools you’ll need
- small bowl
- mixing bowl
- pot
- shallow dish
- slotted spoon
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