Yuanxiao (Sweet Rice Balls with Nut and Sesame Seed Filling)

Yuanxiao (Sweet Rice Balls with Nut and Sesame Seed Filling)

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Chewy dough encases a rich, earthy paste in this Chinese yuanxiao recipe that symbolizes togetherness and reunion.

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup white sesame seeds
  • ¼ cup almonds
  • ¼ cup walnuts
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 Tbsp. shortening
  • 1 lb. sweet rice flour, divided

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