T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu Recipe

Name: T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mashed potatoes, packed; 2 egg whites; ¼ cup cornstarch; 2 tablespoons minced water chestnuts, fresh; 1 teaspoon salt; ⅛ teaspoon msg; 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds; 2 cups oil; ¼ cup distilled white vinegar; ¼ cup dry sherry; 2 tablespoons Braggs liquid aminos or 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 tablespoons catsup; 2 tablespoons water; 5 tablespoons sugar; 2 tablespoons cornstarch

Servings: persons

1 cup mashed potatoes, packed
2 egg whites
¼ cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons minced water chestnuts, fresh
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon msg
2 tablespoons black sesame seeds or 2 tablespoons white sesame seeds
2 cups oil
¼ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup dry sherry
2 tablespoons Braggs liquid aminos or 2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons catsup
2 tablespoons water
5 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch

1
Combine mashed potatoes, eggwhites and corn starch.
2
Stir in one direction until becomes smooth and elastic but very soft.
3
If it is too dry add water [2 to 3 tbsp].
4
Add minced water chestnuts, salt and MSG.
5
Mix well.
6
Wet hankds and shape into balls a bit bigger than walnuts.
7
Roll sparingly in the seeds.
8
Heat wok to very hot.
9
Add oil.
10
Heat to 350F Fry balls a few at a time until golden.
11
Drain and set aside.
12
KEEP the oil hot.
13
Heat saucepan and add 3 tbsp oil from wok.
14
Combine sauce ingredients.
15
make sure sugar and cornstarch are dissolved.
16
Add to saucepan and stir constantly.
17
AT the same time REFRY the balls in the wok for 1 minute.
18
Use the strainer and remove balls placing in saucepan.
19
Stir quickly, coat entirely with sauce.
20
Remove and serve very hot.
21
4 servings main course, 8 servings side dish.

1360

kcal

Calories

129

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mashed potatoes, packed, 2 egg whites, ¼ cup cornstarch, 2 tablespoons minced water chestnuts, fresh, and more.

Yes, T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

T'ang Ts'u Wan Tzu

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Variations & substitutions

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