Chocolate Sesame Dumplings
Recipe Overview
Overview
Chocolate Sesame Dumplings are a delightful treat that combines the chewy texture of mochi with a rich, molten chocolate filling. The recipe begins with melting chocolate, which is then mixed with sweetened condensed milk and toasted sesame oil, creating a creamy and flavorful center. The dough, made from glutinous rice flour, is simple yet forgiving, making it accessible for home cooks of all skill levels.
As you prepare the dumplings, the process of shaping and pleating the dough becomes a fun activity, especially if you’re cooking with family. The key is to ensure that the edges of the dumpling are thinner than the center, allowing for a beautiful presentation and even cooking. Once steamed, these dumplings take on a lovely pearlescent quality, making them visually appealing as well as delicious.
Sprinkling sesame seeds on top adds a nutty flavor that complements the chocolate filling perfectly. These dumplings are not just a dessert; they represent a fusion of cultures and a celebration of family traditions during the Lunar New Year. Whether enjoyed as a sweet treat or a nostalgic reminder of childhood, Chocolate Sesame Dumplings are sure to impress anyone who tries them.
Recipe Details
Steps & Tips
Break up chocolate bar into pieces and place in a metal bowl over simmering water.
Melt about 2/3 of the chocolate, then stir gently until fully melted.
Add sweetened condensed milk, toasted sesame oil, and a pinch of sea salt to the melted chocolate.
Tip: Stir gently to avoid breaking the chocolate.
Scoop the chocolate mixture into 16 balls using a melon baller or by hand.
Boil half a cup of water in a saucepan, then stir in toasted sesame oil.
Stir the boiling water into the glutenous rice flour until it forms small bits.
Gather the mixture into a ball and let it rest for 5 to 10 minutes.
Tip: Knead the dough on a floured surface until it doesn't stick to your fingers.
Knead the dough on a floured surface until it no longer sticks to fingers.
Tip: Humidity can affect the dough; adjust flour as needed.
Roll the dough into a log and cut it into 16 equal pieces.
Keep the dough pieces covered with a damp towel to prevent drying.
Tip: Pinch the dough edges thinner than the center for even cooking.
Flatten each dough piece, place a chocolate ball in the center, and pleat the edges.
Set up a steamer with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
Steam the dumplings until the dough becomes translucent.
Tip: Avoid boiling water too hard to prevent the dough from cooking too quickly.
Tip: Check for translucency in the dough to know when dumplings are ready.
Sprinkle the tops of the dumplings with black and white sesame seeds.
Tip: Sprinkle sesame seeds while the dumplings are still warm for better adhesion.
Tip: Glutinous rice flour is forgiving and malleable, making it great for dumpling wrappers.
Ingredients
Ingredient: Sesame
→ Substitution: Sunflower Seeds
Nutrition
Skill Level
Frequently asked questions
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Interesting Tidbits
- •Mochi wrappers are made from glutinous rice flour, which gives them a unique chewy texture.
- •Chocolate sesame dumplings are a creative twist on traditional dumplings, blending sweet and savory elements.
- •Steaming the dumplings helps maintain their delicate texture and prevents them from drying out.
- •Using a melon baller is an effective way to portion the chocolate filling evenly.
