Weishan Niudagun (Rolled in Soybean Flour)

Weishan Niudagun (Rolled in Soybean Flour)

　　“Niudagun,” or “Rolled in Soybean Flour,” is a traditional snack from the Weishan region. It resembles a sesame-glutinous rice ball but earns its name from the final step in its preparation—rolling it in a tray of soybean flour, which mimics the way a cow rolls in a field.

　　Ingredients: 300g glutinous rice flour, an appropriate amount of cooked soybean flour, 20g sesame seeds, 20g peanuts, and an appropriate amount of white sugar.

　　Preparation Method: First, roast the sesame seeds and peanuts until fragrant, then crush them and mix with white sugar to form the filling. Roast the soybeans until done and grind them into dry powder for later use. Mix glutinous rice flour with warm water, knead into a dough, then divide into 10 evenly sized portions. Roll each portion into a ball, make an indentation in the center, and fill it with the prepared filling. Reshape into a round ball, then boil in hot water until cooked. Remove and roll in the soybean flour until fully coated. Place on a plate and serve.

　　Flavor Profile: Golden in color, soft, sticky, sweet, and aromatic.

　　Information Source: Dali Prefecture Tourism Development and Management Committee