Bing Fen

Bing Fen is a delightful and refreshing Chinese breakfast dish made from rice flour, served with a savory soy sauce dressing and topped with fresh herbs and vegetables. This dish is not only light and satisfying but also packed with flavors that awaken your palate.

Ingredients

• Rice flour - 100 grams
• Water - 300 ml
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Chopped scallions - 2 tablespoons
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Shredded cucumber - 1/2 cup
• Chili oil - 1 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the rice flour, salt, and water, stirring until smooth.
2. Grease a flat steaming dish or a shallow tray and pour the rice flour mixture into it, spreading it evenly.
3. Steam the mixture in a steamer or over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes, until set and firm.
4. Once cooked, remove from the steamer and let it cool slightly before cutting into strips or squares.
5. In a small bowl, mix the soy sauce, sesame oil, and chili oil (if using) to create the dressing.
6. To serve, place the rice flour strips on a plate, drizzle with the dressing, and top with chopped scallions, cilantro, and shredded cucumber.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 650 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories and fat, making it a healthy breakfast option.
• Rich in carbohydrates, providing energy to kickstart your day.

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