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Hokkien Alkaline Rice Cake Recipe

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Description

Hokkien alkaline rice cake is a traditional dish that originated from the Hokkien province of China. It is also known as "kueh kuih" or "angku kuih" in Malaysia and Singapore. It is a steamed cake made from glutinous rice flour, water, and alkaline water. It has a soft and chewy texture with a slightly sweet taste. It is commonly served as a dessert or snack.

Prep Time

The prep time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Cook Time

The cook time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.

Ingredients

The following are the ingredients needed for this recipe:
  • 2 cups of glutinous rice flour
  • 1/2 cup of sugar
  • 1/2 cup of water
  • 1/2 cup of alkaline water
  • Red food coloring (optional)
  • Cornstarch (for dusting)

Equipment

The following are the equipment needed for this recipe:
  • Steamer
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups
  • Whisk
  • Angku kuih moulds (optional)

Method

The following are the steps to make Hokkien alkaline rice cake:
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour and sugar.
  2. Add water and alkaline water and mix until a smooth batter is formed.
  3. If using, add a few drops of red food coloring and mix well.
  4. Place the angku kuih moulds in the steamer and dust them with cornstarch.
  5. Fill the moulds with the batter until they are 3/4 full.
  6. Place the steamer on high heat and steam for 15-20 minutes.
  7. Remove the steamer from heat and let it cool for 5 minutes.
  8. Remove the rice cakes from the moulds and place them on a plate.
  9. Repeat the process until all the batter is used up.
  10. Serve the Hokkien alkaline rice cake as a dessert or snack.

Notes

  • Alkaline water is also known as lye water or kan sui. It can be found in Asian grocery stores.
  • The red food coloring is optional and can be omitted if desired.
  • The cornstarch is used to prevent the rice cakes from sticking to the moulds.

Nutrition Info

The following is the nutrition information for one serving (1 rice cake):
  • Calories: 80
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Fat: 0g
  • Sugar: 6g
  • Sodium: 20mg

Recipe Tips

  • Make sure the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
  • Do not overfill the moulds as the rice cake will expand during steaming.
  • Let the rice cakes cool for a few minutes before removing them from the moulds to avoid breaking them.
  • The rice cakes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Enjoy this delicious Hokkien alkaline rice cake recipe with your family and friends!


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