Sweet Rice Balls in Broth
Soft, chewy rice balls in a light, sweet broth. A comforting and quick treat that's perfect for breakfast or a snack.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 250
- Protein
- 3g

Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- ½ cup water
- 3 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cups water
- 2 slices ginger
Instructions
- 1
In a bowl, mix 1 cup glutinous rice flour with 0.5 cup water until a soft dough forms. If too sticky, add a little more flour; if too dry, add a splash of water.
- 2
Roll the dough into small balls, about 1 inch in diameter. You should get around 12 balls.
- 3
In a pot, bring 2 cups water, 3 tbsp brown sugar, and 2 ginger slices to a boil. Stir until the sugar dissolves, then reduce to a simmer.
- 4
Drop the rice balls into the simmering broth. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until they float to the surface and look slightly translucent.
- 5
Serve warm in bowls, with the ginger slices removed if desired.
Tools you’ll need
- Mixing bowl
- Pot
- Spoon
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