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Korean Rice Cake Recipe From Scratch - A Delicious Treat

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Description

Korean rice cake is a popular snack in Korea that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. It is made from rice flour and has a soft, chewy texture. The cake is often served with a sweet and spicy sauce made from gochujang (Korean red pepper paste), soy sauce, and sugar. This recipe will teach you how to make Korean rice cake from scratch in the comfort of your home.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 1 hour.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of sweet rice flour (glutinous rice flour)
  • 1 and 1/2 cups of water
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • Cornstarch for dusting
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil

Equipment

  • A large mixing bowl
  • A steamer basket or a steamer pot
  • A spatula
  • A small saucepan

Method

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add sweet rice flour and salt.
  2. Gradually add water while mixing the flour with a spatula. Keep mixing until the dough forms and is no longer sticky.
  3. Dust a clean surface with cornstarch and knead the dough for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  4. Divide the dough into small pieces and roll each piece into a cylinder shape (about 1/2 inch in diameter).
  5. Cut the cylinders into small pieces (about 1 inch in length) and roll each piece into a ball shape.
  6. Place the rice cake balls on a plate and sprinkle some cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  7. Prepare the steamer basket by adding water and bringing it to a boil.
  8. Place the rice cake balls in the steamer basket and steam for about 25 minutes until they become soft and chewy.
  9. Remove the steamer basket from heat and let the rice cakes cool down.
  10. Heat a small saucepan over low heat and add vegetable oil. Then, add the gochujang, soy sauce, and sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
  11. Serve the rice cakes with the sauce and enjoy!

Notes

  • Sweet rice flour can be found in most Asian grocery stores.
  • Make sure to knead the dough well to achieve the desired texture.
  • The rice cakes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Nutrition Info

  • Calories: 170
  • Carbohydrates: 36g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Fat: 2g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Sodium: 175mg
  • Potassium: 49mg
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Vitamin C: 1mg
  • Calcium: 4mg
  • Iron: 1mg

Recipe Tips

  • If the dough is too dry, add a little bit of water. If it's too sticky, add more rice flour.
  • Make sure to dust the rice cakes with cornstarch to prevent sticking.
  • The sauce can be adjusted according to taste. Add more sugar for a sweeter taste or more gochujang for a spicier taste.

Now that you know how to make Korean rice cake from scratch, you can impress your friends and family with a delicious treat. This recipe is easy to follow and requires only a few ingredients. Enjoy your homemade rice cakes with the sweet and spicy sauce, and savor the taste of Korea.


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