Chewy Glutinous Rice Twists: Made Easy with 3 Delicious Toppings!
Master the Art of Twists at Home! Easy Glutinous Rice Twists using a Donut Mix, Plus 3 Topping Variations!
Experience the magic of a skilled artisan in your own kitchen! Making chewy glutinous rice twists is incredibly simple with a glutinous rice donut mix. Enjoy the fun of twisting the dough into a classic shape, and then indulge in three delightful topping options: sweet soybean powder, soft castella cake crumbs, and fragrant cinnamon sugar. A recipe from ‘Every Recipe on Earth’ and ‘Man-Gae Recipe’ for you to try!
Essential Ingredients
- 1 Glutinous Rice Donut Mix (follow package instructions)
- 1/2 cup Water (approx. 100ml)
- 1 Egg
- 4 Tbsp Cooking Oil (for dough)
- Generous amount of Cooking Oil (for deep-frying)
Toasted Soybean Powder Topping
- 1/2 cup Soybean Powder (approx. 50g)
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
Sweet Castella Crumble Topping
- 1 Castella Cake
- Whipped Cream, a small amount (optional, for adhesion)
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 5 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 cup Soybean Powder (approx. 50g)
- 2 Tbsp Sugar
Sweet Castella Crumble Topping
- 1 Castella Cake
- Whipped Cream, a small amount (optional, for adhesion)
Cinnamon Sugar Topping
- 5 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Ground Cinnamon
- 5 Tbsp Sugar
- 1 Tbsp Ground Cinnamon
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a large bowl, crack the egg and whisk it together with 1/2 cup of water and 4 tablespoons of cooking oil. Add the glutinous rice donut mix and knead with a spatula or your hands until a cohesive, slightly elastic dough forms. Refer to the donut mix packaging for recommended kneading time.
Step 2
Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. Gently roll each portion into a long rope. Take two ropes and twist them together to form the classic twisted donut shape. You can adjust the tightness of the twist to your preference.
Step 3
Heat a generous amount of cooking oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat to about 170-180°C (340-355°F). Carefully place the twisted doughs into the hot oil. Fry for about 3-4 minutes, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Once cooked, remove the twists and place them on a wire rack or paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 4
To prepare the soybean powder topping, toast 1/2 cup of soybean powder in a dry pan over low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and slightly darker. Be careful not to burn it. Once toasted, transfer to a bowl and mix in 2 tablespoons of sugar. This creates a nutty and sweet coating.
Step 5
For the castella crumble topping, take 1 castella cake and crumble it finely using a sieve or by hand. For a stickier coating that adheres better, you can optionally mix in a very small amount of whipped cream with the castella crumbs. This step is optional.
Step 6
The cinnamon sugar topping is simple: combine 5 tablespoons of sugar with 1 tablespoon of ground cinnamon in a small bowl and mix well until evenly distributed.
Step 7
Once the fried twists have cooled slightly, generously coat them with your chosen toppings. Roll them in the toasted soybean powder, sprinkle with the castella crumble, or dust with the cinnamon sugar. Enjoy your homemade, delightful glutinous rice twists for a wonderful treat!
