Decided to make some 'peanut balls' today. In London, the outside of these balls are usually covered in desiccated coconut and they are usually HUGE.
My version, on the other hand, is smaller and simpler. I added some flaxseed in the peanut filling so I could tell ma friends that these are healthier when compared to those sold in the oriental shop. The truth is who doesn't like homemade goodies, right?
My mission is to make people around me fat...hehe...
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| What a mess! Haha |
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Makes about 15 small ones
Ingredients:
- 250gm glutinous rice flour
- 400 mls water
- 3 tbsp sugar
For the filling:
- Toasted peanut, roughly chopped
- Sugar
- Flaxseed (optional)
There is no measurement for the filling because different individuals prefer different level of sweetness. Please adjust the level of sweetness to your liking.
Method:
1) Mix flour, water and sugar.
2) Steam for 30 minutes and give it a stir then steam for another 30 minutes.
3) Once cooked, the dough will appear opaque.
4) Mix it slightly and brush a layer of oil to prevent it from drying up while its cooling.
5) When completely cool, roll out dough (not too thin else it will break) and wrap in filling.
6) Dust with some cooked rice flour and serve.
Preparing cooked rice flour
There are 2 ways to prepare cooked rice flour:
1) Microwave the rice flour for 30 seconds each time for 6 times. Remove from microwave and stir well each time. You will feel the flour getting lighter and more fragrant.
2)Using a non-stick wok, stir flour on low to medium heat for 30 minutes. Ensure that you are constantly stirring the flour to prevent it from getting burnt. Similarly you should feel the flour getting lighter and more fragrant.
NOTE:
The dough is very sticky when it is not properly cooled. Unless you do not mind the mess.....;p
Enjoy!
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