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Best Easy Eight Treasure Glutinous Rice Recipe

Name: Best Easy Eight Treasure Glutinous Rice Recipe
Total time: 100 min
Yield: 180 g
Ingredients: glutinous rice 2 cups; dried red dates 8 pieces; dried lotus seeds 1 oz; dried longan 1 oz; dried apricots 2 oz; dried raisins 2 oz; Chinese candied winter melon 1 oz; pine nuts 2 tbsp; water chestnuts 2 oz; granulated sugar 3 tbsp; honey 2 tbsp; unsalted butter 1 tbsp; water 1.5 cups; salt 1 pinch

Sweet eight treasure glutinous rice studded with dried fruits and nuts is a festive dessert. A family tradition with colorful, naturally sweet ingredients.

Cook 100 min Difficulty NORMAL 315 kcal

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Ingredients

Main ingredients

glutinous rice 2 cups
dried red dates 8 pieces
dried lotus seeds 1 oz
dried longan 1 oz
dried apricots 2 oz
dried raisins 2 oz
Chinese candied winter melon 1 oz
pine nuts 2 tbsp
water chestnuts 2 oz

Seasonings/Sauce

granulated sugar 3 tbsp
honey 2 tbsp
unsalted butter 1 tbsp
water 1.5 cups
salt 1 pinch

Nutrition summary

Carbohydrates 63 g 80%

Protein 6 g 8%

Fat 4 g 12%

Serving size 180g

Cooking steps

1

Rinse the glutinous rice thoroughly in cold water until the water runs clear. Soak the rice in fresh water for at least 4 hours, or overnight, then drain.
2

Prepare the dried fruits and lotus seeds: pit and halve the red dates, soak lotus seeds in hot water until softened, and roughly chop any large dried fruits.
3

Lightly grease a heatproof bowl with unsalted butter. Place some of the chopped dried fruits and pine nuts decoratively on the bottom and sides of the bowl.
4

Spread half of the soaked glutinous rice in an even layer, then scatter half of the prepared fruits and nuts over it. Repeat with the remaining rice and fruits, gently pressing each layer for even steaming.
5

Mix 1.5 cups water, granulated sugar, honey, and a pinch of salt until dissolved. Pour this evenly over the layered rice. Cover tightly with foil.
6

Steam over medium-high heat for 80–90 minutes, checking every 30 minutes to ensure there is enough water; add more if needed to avoid drying out.
7

Remove from heat. Carefully invert the dessert onto a serving plate while warm. Brush the surface with additional honey for shine and extra sweetness if desired before serving.

Personalized Q&A

Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?

The key ingredient is glutinous rice, which forms the base and provides the chewy, sticky texture that defines Eight Treasure Glutinous Rice. The rice's ability to absorb sweetness and fragrance from the fruits and seasonings is essential to the dessert's identity.

Q. Which step is crucial for achieving the right texture?

Proper soaking of glutinous rice and thorough steaming are crucial. Soaking the rice ensures even cooking and prevents undercooking, while controlling the steaming time and checking the water level helps maintain the perfect sticky yet tender texture without drying out.

Q. How can I prevent the rice from getting too dry or hard at the edges?

To avoid dryness, ensure the bowl is tightly covered with foil during steaming and periodically check for water in the steamer. Adding extra water as needed will maintain moisture and prevent overcooking at the edges.

Q. How many calories are in one serving?

Each serving of this Eight Treasure Glutinous Rice has about 315 kcal, with approximately 63g carbohydrates (80% of calories), 6g protein (8%), and 4g fat (12%).

Best Easy Eight Treasure Glutinous Rice Recipe

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