Tang Yuan – Like by Regina

September 30, 2025 Regina 0 Comments Mid Autumn Festival, Tang Yuan

Savory Tang Yuan (鹹湯圓) with Pork and Daikon Broth

Savory tang yuan (鹹湯圓) are a cherished, umami-packed dish perfect for the Mid-Autumn Festival—featuring soft, chewy glutinous rice dumplings served in a flavorful broth with ingredients like minced pork, shiitake mushrooms, and daikon. While sweet versions often get more attention, savory tang yuan have been a comforting staple in Chinese households for generations, especially during family reunions. I love preparing mine with a rich pork and mushroom filling simmered in a light, aromatic broth—a satisfying and balanced dish that complements the festival’s sweeter treats.

Crystal Tang Yuan with Jasmine Tea Lava Filling - likebyregina

Dessert Recipe Tang Yuan

January 24, 2022 Regina 0 Comments Jasmine Tea, Oolong Tea, Tang Yuan

Crystal Tang Yuan with Jasmine Tea Lava Filling

Eating tang yuan is, for me, the highlight of Chinese New Year Eve. Last year, I created Matcha Tang Yuan, which received a lot of positive feedback. This year, I aimed to elevate both its appearance and flavors by making Crystal Tang Yuan with Lava Filling, including purple yam, jasmine osmanthus, and oolong brown sugar. The main ingredient is tapioca starch, and I’ve included some tips and tricks to help you avoid any mishaps on your first attempt.

Tang Yuan with Matcha Lava Filling - likebyregina

Dessert Recipe Tang Yuan

January 24, 2022 Regina 0 Comments Matcha, Tang Yuan

Tang Yuan with Matcha Lava Filling

Tang Yuan, or sweet glutinous rice balls, are often enjoyed with traditional fillings like black sesame or peanut, which have always been some of my favorites. However, this year, I wanted to try something different and use up some leftover ingredients from my Airy Nama Chocolate experiment. The result is a delightful new creation: Tang Yuan with Matcha Lava Filling. After numerous trials to perfect the water-to-powder ratio for the filling, I’ve simplified the process so you can enjoy this fun and easy recipe without the hassle.