Glutinous Rice Dumplings Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Glutinous rice dumplings, also known as sticky rice dumplings or zongzi, are a traditional Chinese dish made during the Dragon Boat Festival. These dumplings are made by wrapping sticky rice, along with various fillings, in bamboo leaves and then steaming them. The sticky rice becomes soft and fragrant, while the fillings add a burst of flavor. Glutinous rice dumplings are often enjoyed as a snack or as part of a festive meal.

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Ingredients for Glutinous Rice Dumplings Recipe

  • 1/2 cup Glutinous Rice
  • as required Bamboo Leaves
  • as needed Fillings Of Your Choice
  • as per your need Soy Sauce
  • as per your need Sesame Oil
  • as needed Kitchen Twine
  • as needed Dipping Sauce

Directions: Glutinous Rice Dumplings Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Soak the sticky rice in water for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • STEP 2.Prepare the fillings of your choice, such as pork belly, mushrooms, and salted egg yolks.
  • STEP 3.Drain the soaked sticky rice and mix it with seasonings like soy sauce and sesame oil.
  • STEP 4.Take a bamboo leaf and place a spoonful of sticky rice in the center. Add the desired fillings.
  • STEP 5.Fold the bamboo leaf to form a pyramid shape and secure with kitchen twine.
  • STEP 6.Steam the dumplings for about 2-3 hours until the rice is cooked and the flavors meld together.
  • STEP 7.Allow the dumplings to cool slightly before unwrapping and serving.

Cooking Tips

  • You can add other ingredients like chestnuts, peanuts, or dried shrimp for additional texture and flavor.
  • Make sure to fold the bamboo leaves tightly to prevent the filling from leaking out during steaming.
  • Serve the glutinous rice dumplings with a dipping sauce made from soy sauce, vinegar, and chili oil.

Storage and Serving

  • Glutinous rice dumplings can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the dumplings by steaming them again for a few minutes.
  • Serve the dumplings as a snack or as part of a festive meal.
Nutrition
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462
calories per serving
6 g Fat8 g Protein91 g Carbs3 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    6g
  • Protein
    8g
  • Carbs
    91g
  • Fiber
    3g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    91g
  • Protein
    8g
  • Fiber
    3g

Fats

  • Fat
    6g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    19mg
  • Iron
    5mg
  • Vitamin A
    0mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    8mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    < 1mcg
  • Vitamin C
    0mg
  • Vitamin E
    < 1mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    67mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    167mg
  • Selenium
    2mcg
  • Zinc
    1mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp