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Pandan Dumplings with Palm Sugar

Chewy and sweet dumplings filled with luscious palm sugar, infused with vibrant pandan flavor, creating a nostalgic treat perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 20 dumplings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southeast Asian
Calories: 140

Ingredients
  

Dumpling Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped pandan leaves Fresh is best! Available at Asian grocery stores.
  • 1 cup water For blending the pandan leaves.
  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour Ensures perfectly chewy texture.
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened dried shredded coconut For coating the dumplings.
  • 1/4 cup hot water To mix with coconut for flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon table salt To balance the sweetness.
  • 7 oz palm sugar pucks Cut into cubes for filling.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Blend the chopped pandan leaves with 1 cup of water until no large pieces remain. Strain this mixture through a fine mesh strainer to get about 1/2 cup of pandan juice.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and gradually mix in the pandan juice until a smooth, soft dough forms.
  3. Let the dough rest for 30 minutes at room temperature, covered with a damp cloth.
  4. In a separate bowl, dissolve the salt in 1/4 cup of hot water, mix with the shredded coconut until evenly coated.
  5. Cut the palm sugar pucks into roughly 1/4 inch cubes.
Cooking
  1. Bring a pot of water to boil.
  2. Pinch off a small piece of dough, flatten it, place a palm sugar cube in the center, and seal the dough.
  3. Drop the dumplings into the boiling water. They will float to the surface when cooked through, which usually takes about 2 minutes.
  4. Use a slotted spoon to remove the dumplings and shake off excess water, then roll them in the prepared shredded coconut.
Serving
  1. Enjoy your Pandan Dumplings warm for the best texture!

Notes

For the best flavor and color, use fresh pandan leaves. Store leftovers in an airtight container.