Filipino Kitchen

There's just something about buchi that holds such a special place in my heart. The chewy, nutty-sweet, crispy goodness is just a little bite of perfection (and not too sweet). This recipe (featured below) is version 2 of our previous buchi recipe from last year and it's surprisingly easy to make!

✨️Recipe Below✨️

Buchi

Ingredients:

Glutinous Rice Flour (1 3/4 c - 2 c)
Hot water mixed with 3 tbsp sugar (3/4 cup)

Filling:
Red Bean Paste: 1 cup

Sesame seeds for coating
Water for brushing

1. Combine the sugar-water mixture and the glutinous rice flour. Mix until it becomes a firm dough. If it's too loose or too firm, add either more flour or water 1 tbsp at a time until desired consistency is achieved.
2. Divide the dough into equal parts (roughly 1.5 tbsp balls) and shape.
3. Press the dough ball flat and add desired amount of red bean paste. Shape into a ball, making sure all edges are sealed and no bean paste is leaking out.
4. Brush shaped buchi with water and roll in sesame seeds to coat completely.
5. Heat oil to 375°F/190°C. Fry the buchi. In the oil they will expand and take on a more round shape. Remove once they are golden brown and feel firm to touch. Drain on papertowels and enjoy hot.

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