How to make delicious rice dumplings
The Dragon Boat Festival is approaching, and rice dumplings, as a traditional delicacy, have once again become a hot topic. In the past 10 days, discussions about Zongzi on the Internet have mainly focused on Zongzi making skills, filling innovation and healthy diet. This article will combine hot topics to provide you with a detailed guide to making rice dumplings.
1. Statistics of hot topics related to zongzi on the entire Internet
| topic type | Discussion popularity | Popular keywords |
|---|---|---|
| traditional practice | ★★★★★ | Glutinous rice processing, rice dumpling leaf selection, bundling techniques |
| Innovative fillings | ★★★★☆ | Salted egg yolk, cheese, crayfish, low sugar |
| healthy eating | ★★★☆☆ | Low calorie, whole grains, no additives |
| Regional characteristics | ★★★☆☆ | Jiaxing rice dumplings, Chaozhou rice dumplings, Minnan roasted pork rice dumplings |
2. Key steps to make delicious rice dumplings
1. Material preparation
•Zong leaf selection:Fresh bamboo leaves or reed leaves need to be soaked and boiled in advance for sterilization
•Glutinous rice processing:Soak high-quality round glutinous rice for 4-6 hours, drain and mix with appropriate amount of cooking oil and salt.
•Filling combination:Choose pork belly, egg yolk, bean paste, etc. according to your personal taste. The meat needs to be marinated in advance.
| Material | Key points to deal with | time requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Zong leaves | Boil for 10 minutes and soak in cold water | Prepare 1 day in advance |
| glutinous rice | Soak until it can be crushed | 4-6 hours |
| pork belly | Marinate with soy sauce, sugar and cooking wine | Best overnight |
2. Packaging skills
•Zong leaf folding:Stack two rice dumpling leaves staggered and fold them into a funnel shape. Be careful not to leak any rice at the bottom.
•Loading order:First put 1/3 of the glutinous rice, add the filling, then cover with 2/3 of the glutinous rice, press lightly to firm it up
•Bundling instructions:Keep the appropriate tightness when bundling with cotton thread. If it is too tight, it will break, and if it is too loose, it will fall apart.
3. Cooking method
| Cooking method | time | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Ordinary pot cooking | 2-3 hours | The amount of water needs to cover the rice dumplings, add water halfway and use hot water |
| Pressure cooker | 40-50 minutes | Turn to medium-low heat after SAIC |
| Cook in rice cooker | 2 hours | Select soup cooking mode |
3. Recommendations for popular innovative fillings in 2023
Based on recent Internet hot spots, the following innovative fillings have received widespread attention:
| Filling type | main raw materials | Features |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese salted egg yolk | Mozzarella cheese, salted egg yolk | Brushed effect, combining Chinese and Western styles |
| Crayfish rice dumplings | Spicy crayfish meat | Internet celebrity taste, loved by young people |
| Quinoa Purple Sweet Potato | Three-color quinoa, purple sweet potato puree | Healthy and low GI, suitable for people with sugar control |
| Beef with vine pepper | Beef tendon, vine pepper oil | Spicy and fragrant, Sichuan flavor |
4. Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What should I do if the rice dumplings always fall apart?
A: Check whether the rice dumpling leaves are intact and without cracks. When bundling, make sure each corner is tightly wrapped. There should be sufficient water when cooking.
Q: How to make rice dumplings more fragrant?
A: You can add a small amount of alkaline water (plant ash water) to the glutinous rice, or add a few bamboo leaves to increase the fragrance when cooking.
Q: What should you pay attention to when storing rice dumplings?
A: The cooked rice dumplings can be stored in the refrigerator for 3-5 days after cooling, and in the freezer for 1 month. It is recommended to steam rather than microwave when reheating to avoid drying out.
5. Health Tips
• Choose multigrain rice (such as brown rice, black rice) to replace some glutinous rice to increase dietary fiber
• Control the amount of food you eat. It is recommended to eat 1 regular-sized rice dumpling at a time.
• Consume it with tea to help digestion and relieve fatigue
Master these tips and you'll be sure to make delicious rice dumplings that will wow you. The Dragon Boat Festival is not only a time to enjoy delicious food, but also an opportunity to inherit culture. I wish you a happy rice dumpling making and a healthy Dragon Boat Festival!
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