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Tangyuan (2 Small Rice Balls)

Prep Time

15 min

Cook Time

20 min

Total Time

35 min

Servings

2

Ingredients

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Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix glutinous rice flour, coconut flour, erythritol, and a pinch of salt in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Gradually add almond milk and enough water to form a smooth, pliable dough; let rest 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Divide dough into 2 equal portions and roll each into a small ball (about 2 cm diameter).

  4. 4

    Make a small indentation in each ball, place 1 tsp black sesame paste inside, then seal and roll gently to smooth.

  5. 5

    Bring a pot of water to boil, add the rice balls and simmer until they float (about 3-4 minutes).

  6. 6

    Remove balls with a slotted spoon, serve warm in a bowl of hot unsweetened almond milk, sweetened with stevia if desired.

*Pro Tips

  • 1

    Use coconut flour to add fiber and lower glycemic impact.

  • 2

    Do not overcook; overcooking makes the balls gummy.

  • 3

    Serve immediately to enjoy the soft texture.

Why It's Diabetic-Friendly

The recipe replaces most sugar with erythritol and stevia, adds fiber from coconut flour, and uses low-glycemic almond milk, keeping the glycemic load low while providing a traditional texture.

⚠️ This recipe is AI-generated and screened for general diabetic suitability. It is not medical advice and has not been individually reviewed by a clinician. Ingredient choices and portion sizes affect blood glucose differently for each person — confirm with your doctor or registered dietitian before relying on it, especially if you take insulin or other glucose-lowering medication.

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