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Chinese New Year Rice Cake Recipe

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Description

Chinese New Year is a time for celebration and feasting, and what better way to celebrate than with a delicious rice cake? This traditional Chinese dessert is made with glutinous rice flour and is often served during the Lunar New Year. It has a soft and chewy texture and is sweetened with sugar and sometimes flavored with coconut or red bean paste. This recipe is easy to make and is perfect for sharing with family and friends during the festivities.

Prep Time

Preparation time for this recipe is around 20 minutes.

Cook Time

Cooking time is approximately 45 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups water
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup shredded coconut (optional)

Equipment

  • 9-inch cake pan
  • Steamer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and brown sugar.
  2. Add the water, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the bowl and whisk until smooth.
  3. If desired, add shredded coconut to the mixture.
  4. Pour the batter into a greased 9-inch cake pan.
  5. Steam the cake for approximately 45 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Remove the cake from the steamer and allow it to cool completely.
  7. Once cooled, run a knife around the edges of the pan to loosen the cake.
  8. Place a plate on top of the cake pan and flip the cake onto the plate.
  9. Slice the cake into pieces and serve.

Notes

This recipe is very versatile and can be flavored with a variety of ingredients, such as red bean paste or matcha powder.

Nutrition Info

This recipe makes 6 servings. Each serving contains approximately:
  • Calories: 330
  • Carbohydrates: 47g
  • Fat: 15g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Sodium: 30mg
  • Sugar: 17g
  • Fiber: 2.5g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to grease the cake pan well before pouring in the batter to prevent sticking.
  • Do not open the steamer during the cooking process as this can cause the cake to collapse.
  • If you want a firmer texture, you can refrigerate the cake overnight before slicing and serving.
  • You can also freeze the cake for up to a month and thaw before serving.

Enjoy this delicious Chinese New Year rice cake recipe with your loved ones and have a happy and prosperous Lunar New Year!


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