Rice Cake
A delightful traditional dessert known for its chewy texture and subtly sweet flavor, perfect for celebrations.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour Use certified gluten-free if allergic to gluten.
- 1 cup water Gradually added to avoid lumps.
- 1 cup sugar Can substitute with honey or agave syrup.
- ¼ cup dried fruits Optional; customize as you prefer.
- ¼ cup red beans Optional; can be replaced with nuts or seeds.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For greasing the pan.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. Make sure you have everything measured out and ready to go.
- Take a round cake pan and grease it generously with vegetable oil.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and sugar thoroughly.
- Gradually add the water to the dry mixture, stirring continuously until smooth.
- If using optional ingredients, stir them into the batter now.
- Pour the batter gently into the prepared cake pan.
Cooking
- Fill your steamer with water and bring it to a boil.
- Place the cake pan into the steamer and cover it. Steam the Rice Cake for about 45 minutes.
- Check the doneness by inserting a toothpick; if it comes out clean, your Rice Cake is ready.
- Carefully remove the cake from the steamer and allow it to cool in the pan for a few minutes before inverting it onto a plate.
Serving
- Once cooled, slice your Rice Cake into pieces and serve.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze it for longer storage. To reheat, use a microwave or steam briefly.