Ingredients
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For the Miniature Coconut Rice Balls:
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1/2 cup uncooked glutinous brown rice
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1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (or more if desired)
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1/4 cup tapioca pearls (or more if desired)
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1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
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1 teaspoon salt
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For the Thai Inspired Sauce:
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1 ripe medium-sized mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
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1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
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1 tablespoon maple syrup (or agave nectar)
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1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (omit for no-heat option)
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1 lime, juiced
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1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
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Optional: 1/4 teaspoon fish sauce (omit for vegetarian)
Directions
Sub-title: A Refreshing and Healthy Gluten-Free, High-Fiber, Raw, Kid-Friendly, Whole Foods Plant-Based, No-Cooking-Required Fermented Snack!
Description: This easy and fun-to-make snack is inspired by the traditional Thai dessert, mango sticky rice. It captures the exotic flavors and textures of Thailand while being completely vegan and plant-based. The mini version is perfect for portion control and makes a great addition to your summer BBQ spread!
Ingredients:
For the Miniature Coconut Rice Balls:
– 1/2 cup uncooked glutinous brown rice
– 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut flakes (or more if desired)
– 1/4 cup tapioca pearls (or more if desired)
– 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger (optional)
– 1 teaspoon salt
For the Thai Inspired Sauce:
– 1 ripe medium-sized mango, peeled, pitted, and diced
– 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
– 1 tablespoon maple syrup (or agave nectar)
– 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (omit for no-heat option)
– 1 lime, juiced
– 1/2 teaspoon finely chopped fresh cilantro leaves
– Optional: 1/4 teaspoon fish sauce (omit for vegetarian)
Instructions:
1. To prepare the miniature coconut rice balls, combine all the ingredients for the balls in a food processor and process until well combined and holds together when pressed between fingers. If mixture is too dry, add more liquid from the soaked tapioca pearls. Roll into small bite-sized balls using a tablespoon and set aside.
2. For the Thai inspired sauce, combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Set aside.
3. Serve the mango sticky rice balls with the Thai inspired sauce on the side. Enjoy immediately!
Note: You can also use store-bought gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of making your own rice flour crust. Simply dip each ball into the breadcrumb mixture before serving.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Servings: About 10-12 miniature sized mango sticky rice balls
Nutrition Facts per serving (calculated without coconut milk):
Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g
Tips and Variations:
To make this recipe more substantial, double the amount of filling and coat the bottom of a small ramekin with the coconut-rice mixture. Steam for about 10 minutes and serve warm with the Thai inspired sauce on top.
You can also use different types of fruits such as banana, papaya, or even blueberries to create your own fruit versions. Just make sure the fruit is ripe and sweet enough to balance out the tanginess of the sauce.
This recipe works best with high-quality, organic, and raw ingredients. However, you can still enjoy it with non-raw ingredients, just note that the texture may not be as refreshing.
Steps
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To prepare the miniature coconut rice balls, combine all the ingredients for the balls in a food processor and process until well combined and holds together when pressed between fingers. If mixture is too dry, add more liquid from the soaked tapioca pearls. Roll into small bite-sized balls using a tablespoon and set aside. |
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For the Thai inspired sauce, combine all the ingredients in a bowl and mix well. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. Set aside. |
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Serve the mango sticky rice balls with the Thai inspired sauce on the side. Enjoy immediately! Note: You can also use store-bought gluten-free breadcrumbs instead of making your own rice flour crust. Simply dip each ball into the breadcrumb mixture before serving. Difficulty Level: Easy Servings: About 10-12 miniature sized mango sticky rice balls Nutrition Facts per serving (calculated without coconut milk): Tips and Variations: To make this recipe more substantial, double the amount of filling and coat the bottom of a small ramekin with the coconut-rice mixture. Steam for about 10 minutes and serve warm with the Thai inspired sauce on top. You can also use different types of fruits such as banana, papaya, or even blueberries to create your own fruit versions. Just make sure the fruit is ripe and sweet enough to balance out the tanginess of the sauce. This recipe works best with high-quality, organic, and raw ingredients. However, you can still enjoy it with non-raw ingredients, just note that the texture may not be as refreshing. |
