_Adjusts apron with a sassy hair flip_
Oh honey, let me tell you about this absolutely divine Vietnamese midnight snack that’s been my go-to comfort food when those late-night cravings hit! I’m talking about Bánh Rán (Vietnamese Sweet Rice Balls) – they’re crispy on the outside, perfectly chewy on the inside, and filled with the most heavenly mung bean paste. Trust me, once you try these bad boys, you’ll be sneaking to the kitchen at midnight just like me! 😉
These little golden spheres of happiness are actually pretty simple to make, even though they look fancy AF. I’ve perfected this recipe after countless midnight cooking sessions (and maybe a few failed attempts, but we don’t talk about those!).
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 cup glutinous rice flour
– 1/4 cup regular rice flour
– 1/2 cup warm water
– 1/3 cup sugar
– 1 cup cooked mung beans
– Sesame seeds (because we’re fancy like that!)
– Oil for frying
First things first, let’s get that filling ready. Mash those cooked mung beans with sugar until they’re smooth like butter. Form them into small balls and set aside. Ladies, this is your arm workout for the day! 💪
For the dough (this is where the magic happens):
1. Mix both flours in a bowl
2. Slowly add warm water while kneading
3. Keep kneading until you get a soft, non-sticky dough
4. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes (perfect time for a face mask, just saying!)
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Now, let’s assemble these beauties:
1. Take a small piece of dough, flatten it
2. Place a mung bean ball in the center
3. Wrap the dough around it (like you’re protecting your secret chocolate stash)
4. Roll in sesame seeds
5. Fry until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes)
The trick is to fry them on medium heat – we want them crispy but not burned, kind of like how we like our men: hot but not too hot! 🔥
When they’re done, let them cool for a few minutes. I know it’s hard to resist, but trust your girl on this one – nobody wants a burned tongue at midnight!
These babies are perfect with a cup of Vietnamese coffee or tea, and they’ll definitely satisfy those midnight munchies. Plus, they’re way classier than eating cereal straight from the box (we’ve all been there, no judgment!).
Don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more delicious recipes like this one! I’d love to hear how your Bánh Rán turned out – drop a comment below and share your midnight cooking adventures. Did you add your own twist? Did you burn the first batch like I did? Let’s chat!
Remember, cooking should be fun, and if you mess up, nobody’s watching at midnight anyway! 😘 Until next time, happy cooking, darlings!
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