Post Title: Savory Tang Yuan (Rice Dumplings): A Twist to Traditional Treat
Total Time: 40 minutes
## Introduction
Savor the rich and delightful experience of the traditional sweets turned into a lovely, warm savory dish with these Savory Tang Yuan or Rice Dumplings. Brimming with succulent fillings, it’s perfect to tingle your taste buds on a chilly day.
## Why Make this Recipe
Transforming the sweet Tang Yuan into a flavorful savory dish brings a refreshing change to your regular meals. Not just it’s easy to make, it’s also a perfect dish to invite the feel of traditional Asian cuisine at home.
## How to Make Savory Tang Yuan
We bring you a simple way to make the delicious savory Tang Yuan without grappling with numerous steps making it a great recipe for your regular or special meals.
## Ingredients
– Glutinous rice flour: 1 cup
– Water: 1/2 cup
– Ground pork or chicken: 100 grams
– Soy sauce: 2 tbsp
– Sesame oil: 1 tbsp
– Ginger (minced): 1 tbsp
– Garlic (minced): 1 clove
– Spring onions (finely chopped): 2
– Salt and pepper: As per taste
– Vegetable oil: 2 tbsp (for cooking)
## Directions
1. Get the Dough Ready: Blend the glutinous rice flour with water in a bowl. Knead it until it changes into a soft and elastic dough. Cover it and leave for 10 minutes.
2. Make the Filling: In a different bowl, mix pork or chicken, soy sauce, sesame oil, ginger, garlic, spring onions, salt, and pepper. Mix well till the filling is uniformly seasoned.
3. Assemble the Dumplings: Divide the dough into equivalent small balls. Flatten each ball into a disc. Place a small quantity of filling in the mid and wrap the dough around it, tightly sealing the edges.
4. Cook the Dumplings: Boil the dumplings in water and cook until they float in about 7-8 minutes, ensuring the filling is fully cooked.
5. Serve Hot: Use a slotted spoon to remove dumplings and let them drain. Drizzle a little sesame oil or soy sauce, and garnish with spring onions if preferred.
## How to Serve Savory Tang Yuan
Serve hot off the stove and enjoy the rich and savory experience with every bite. Pair it with a hot cardamom-cinnamon tea or a sweet dessert to balance the flavorful taste.
## How to Store Savory Tang Yuan
Store the cooled dumplings in an airtight container and refrigerate for 2-3 days. You can also freeze them for up to a month. Thaw before reheating.
## Tips to Make Savory Tang Yuan
Ensure the filling is finely chopped so that it wraps well in the dumpling dough. Always cover the dough to avoid drying.
## Variation
While we have used pork and chicken, you can play around with ingredients like tofu or shrimps.
## FAQs
Q1: Can I use other meat types in the filling?
Yes, you can substitute with any ground meat of your preference.
Q2: Can Tang Yuan be frozen?
Yes, you can freeze the dumplings in an airtight container for up to a month.
Q3: How to know when dumplings are cooked?
You will know the dumplings are fully cooked when they float on the surface.
Relish the heartwarming Savory Tang Yuan and let it take you on a delightful culinary journey!