Coconut glutinous rice balls, also known as coconut tangyuan, are a tropical and indulgent dessert commonly enjoyed in Southeast Asian cuisines. These sticky rice balls are made by mixing glutinous rice flour with water to form a dough, which is then filled with a sweet coconut filling. The filled dough is rolled into small balls and cooked in boiling water until they float to the surface. The cooked rice balls are then served in a warm sweet soup made from coconut milk, sugar, and pandan leaves. The combination of the soft and chewy rice balls with the creamy coconut filling and fragrant coconut soup creates a rich and satisfying dessert.
