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Chinese Sweet Rice Cake Recipe

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Description

Chinese Sweet Rice Cake, also called Nian Gao, is a traditional Chinese dessert that is often served during the Lunar New Year. It is a sticky and sweet cake made from glutinous rice flour and brown sugar. The cake symbolizes good luck, prosperity, and unity, and is usually given as a gift to family and friends.

Prep Time

The preparation time for this recipe is about 10 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is about 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Equipment

  • Steamer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • 8-inch round cake pan

Method

  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the glutinous rice flour, brown sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the water and vegetable oil to the mixing bowl and whisk until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  3. Grease the cake pan with vegetable oil and pour the batter into the pan.
  4. Place the cake pan into the steamer and steam for 1 hour.
  5. After 1 hour, remove the cake pan from the steamer and let it cool.
  6. Once cooled, remove the cake from the pan and cut it into slices.
  7. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

  • You can add red bean paste, raisins, or nuts to the batter to add more flavor and texture to the cake.
  • The cake can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Make sure to grease the cake pan well to prevent the cake from sticking.

Nutrition Info

  • Serving Size: 1 Slice
  • Calories: 170
  • Total Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Total Carbohydrate: 30g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1g
  • Sugars: 12g
  • Protein: 2g

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure to whisk the batter thoroughly to ensure that it is smooth and free of lumps.
  • Use a good quality glutinous rice flour to ensure that the cake has a sticky and chewy texture.
  • Don't overcook the cake, as it may become dry and tough.

Enjoy this delicious Chinese Sweet Rice Cake recipe with family and friends during the Lunar New Year, or any time of the year!


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