These traditional Japanese sweet rice dumplings, known as obagi, offer a delightful contrast of textures with their chewy, sticky brown rice exterior and crunchy walnut coating. The subtle sweetness of raisins and warm cinnamon creates a comforting flavor profile perfect for snacks or light desserts. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, these dumplings are naturally vegan and vegetarian. They make an impressive yet manageable treat for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea. The process involves cooking the rice until tender, pounding it into a smooth paste, and shaping it by hand. The result is a satisfying, energy-boosting bite that honors traditional home-style cooking while remaining accessible to modern cooks.
Sweet Rice Dumplings
Description
These traditional Japanese sweet rice dumplings, known as obagi, offer a delightful contrast of textures with their chewy, sticky brown rice exterior and crunchy walnut coating. The subtle sweetness of raisins and warm cinnamon creates a comforting flavor profile perfect for snacks or light desserts. Made with simple, wholesome ingredients, these dumplings are naturally vegan and vegetarian. They make an impressive yet manageable treat for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea. The process involves cooking the rice until tender, pounding it into a smooth paste, and shaping it by hand. The result is a satisfying, energy-boosting bite that honors traditional home-style cooking while remaining accessible to modern cooks.Ingredients
Directions
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Bring water to a boil in a 2-quart saucepan.
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Add rice and salt, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.
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Cook for one hour, checking occasionally to add more water if needed to prevent sticking.
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Remove from heat and let cool for 5 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
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Divide the cooked rice, raisins, and cinnamon in half.
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Process the first half of the rice mixture thoroughly through a grain mill, juicer grinder attachment, or pound into a smooth paste using a wooden mortar and pestle.
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Repeat the pounding or grinding process with the remaining rice, raisins, and cinnamon.
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Spread walnuts on a baking sheet and roast in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes until fragrant. Let cool.
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Coarsely grind or finely chop the cooled roasted walnuts.
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Measure the rice paste into 2 1/2 tablespoon portions.
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Moisten your hands with water to prevent sticking and shape each portion into a smooth dumpling.
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Roll each dumpling in the chopped walnuts to coat evenly.
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Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 9
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 1218.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 98.5g152%
- Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 97517.9mg4064%
- Total Carbohydrate 77.6g26%
- Dietary Fiber 13.8g56%
- Sugars 37.6g
- Protein 26.6g54%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
