About
A traditional Chinese dessert consisting of chewy glutinous rice balls served in a sweet, slightly alcoholic broth made from fermented rice wine. It has a delicate balance of sweetness and tanginess, often enjoyed warm during winter or as a festive treat during celebrations like the Lunar New Year.
Cultural Context
This dessert is especially popular in Shanghai and Jiangnan regions, often served during family gatherings and festivals. The fermented rice wine symbolizes prosperity and harmony, while the round shape of the balls represents reunion and completeness in Chinese culture.
Ingredients
200 gglutinous rice flour
100 mlwater(for dough)
300 mlfermented rice wine (酒酿)
50 grock sugar(adjust to taste)
1 tbspdried osmanthus flowers(optional for fragrance)