In fact, glutinous rice balls and Yuanxiao are not the same thing, but they are somewhat similar in appearance and taste, both round and white. It will be wrapped in stuffing. However, if we really dig deeper, there will be differences in their production technology, stuffing and cooking time, so don't confuse glutinous rice balls with Yuanxiao.
The difference between the two: Tangyuan is made by rubbing, while Yuanxiao is rolled out. The making method of glutinous rice balls is relatively complicated. First, raw glutinous rice flour needs to be added with water to form dough, then it needs to be kneaded into long strips, cut into small dosage forms, pressed into flour cakes, then the prepared stuffing is wrapped in a cake crust, and then it needs to be pinched tightly and kneaded into a circle by hand.