Crispy Baked Nian Gao

Crispy Baked Nian Gao is a delightful vegetarian dish made with glutinous rice flour, resulting in a chewy and crispy texture. This unique treat is perfect for snack time or as a side dish, bursting with flavor from the garlic and sesame oil.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice flour - 200 grams
• Water - 150 milliliters
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Spring onions - 2, finely chopped
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, water, vegetable oil, minced garlic, finely chopped spring onions, soy sauce, sesame oil, and salt. Mix until a smooth batter forms.
3. Grease a baking dish (approximately 20cm x 20cm) with a little vegetable oil, then pour the batter into the dish, spreading it evenly.
4. Sprinkle black sesame seeds on top of the batter.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and crispy.
6. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly before cutting into squares or rectangles.
7. Serve warm as a snack or side dish, enjoying the crispy exterior and chewy interior.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 66 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.15 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates, providing a quick source of energy.
• Glutinous rice is gluten-free, making it suitable for those with gluten intolerance.

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