Tang Yuan

Tang Yuan are soft, chewy glutinous rice balls, often filled with sweet black sesame paste, peanut, or red bean, and served in a warm, sweet broth. Originating from China, they are a beloved dessert and festival food, especially during the Lantern Festival and Winter Solstice.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in carbohydrates from the glutinous rice flour and added sugars, providing a quick energy boost. A typical serving offers moderate calories, with minimal protein and fat, and provides some iron and B vitamins from the fillings and rice.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	350 kcal
Protein	5 g
Carbs	70 g
Fat	6 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	25 g
Sodium	30 mg
Iron	2 mg
Calcium	40 mg
Potassium	100 mg
Magnesium	20 mg
Phosphorus	60 mg
Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)	0.1 mg
Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)	0.05 mg
Niacin (B3)	0.8 mg

Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, eating Tang Yuan symbolizes family unity and togetherness, as the round shape represents wholeness. Nutritionally, the glutinous rice flour is a source of quick-digesting carbohydrates, making it an energizing treat.