_Sips Vietnamese coffee while typing_
Ladies and gentlemen, let me tell you about my absolute favorite midnight craving that’ll make your taste buds dance – Bánh Rán (Vietnamese Sesame Balls)! Trust me, once you try these crispy-on-the-outside, chewy-on-the-inside golden spheres of happiness, you’ll be sneaking to the kitchen at midnight just like I do!
These sweet little treats are filled with mung bean paste and covered in nutty sesame seeds. The best part? They’re actually pretty simple to make, even when you’re in your PJs and fighting sleep just to satisfy that sweet tooth (we’ve all been there, right?).
Here’s what you’ll need:
– 1 cup glutinous rice flour
– 1/4 cup regular rice flour
– 1/3 cup sugar
– 1/2 cup warm water
– 1 cup cooked mung beans (mashed)
– 1/2 cup sesame seeds
– Vegetable oil for frying
– A pinch of salt (just like my ex – jk! 😉)
Now, let’s get cooking, gorgeous!
1. First, mix both flours, sugar, and warm water in a bowl until you get a smooth dough. Cover it with a damp cloth and let it rest for 30 minutes (perfect time to scroll through TikTok, am I right?).
1. While waiting, mash those cooked mung beans with a bit of sugar until smooth. Form small balls and set aside.
1. Once the dough has rested, divide it into small portions. Flatten each piece, pop a mung bean ball in the center, and wrap the dough around it. Roll between your palms until smooth.
1. Here’s the fun part – roll these babies in sesame seeds until they’re fully covered!
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1. Heat oil in a deep pan (medium heat, we’re not trying to start a kitchen fire at midnight!).
1. Fry these gorgeous balls until they’re golden brown, constantly rotating them for even cooking.
1. Drain on paper towels and let them cool for a few minutes – I know it’s hard to wait, but trust me, burning your tongue at midnight is NOT cute!
And voilà ! You’ve got yourself some absolutely divine Bánh Rán that’ll make your midnight snacking dreams come true! They’re perfectly crispy on the outside, chewy on the inside, and that mung bean filling? _chef’s kiss_
Pro tip: These taste amazing with a cup of Vietnamese coffee, but maybe skip the caffeine if you’re planning on sleeping eventually! 😅
I’d love to hear how these turned out for you! Don’t forget to follow me on Newsbreak for more mouthwatering recipes that’ll have you cooking up a storm at all hours. Drop a comment below – did you make these? Did you eat the whole batch yourself (no judgment here, girl!)? Share your midnight cooking adventures with me!
Until next time, keep those taste buds happy and your kitchen adventures exciting! ✨
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