Ingredients
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For the Sweet Potato Rice Cakes:
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1 cup glutinous rice flour (sweet rice flour)
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1/2 cup mashed sweet potato (cooked and cooled)
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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2 -3 tablespoons water
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1 A pinch of salt
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For the Sesame Soy Glaze:
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (or tamari for a gluten-free option)
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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1 tablespoon rice vinegar
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
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1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
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1 A pinch of red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
Directions
Serve your Vegan Korean Sweet Potato Rice Cakes immediately as a delicious dessert or snack.
These Vegan Korean Sweet Potato Rice Cakes are a delightful way to enjoy the flavors of Korea in a vegan-friendly dessert. Adjust the level of spiciness in the glaze to suit your taste preferences.
Steps
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Prepare the Sweet Potato Rice Cakes: |
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In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, mashed sweet potato, maple syrup, and a pinch of salt. |
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Gradually add water, one tablespoon at a time, and knead the mixture until it forms a smooth, elastic dough. The dough should be slightly sticky but manageable. If it's too dry, add a little more water; if it's too wet, add a touch more rice flour. |
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Shape the Rice Cakes: |
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Pinch off small portions of the dough and roll them into bite-sized balls or shape them into oval rice cakes. |
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Steam the Rice Cakes: |
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Arrange the shaped rice cakes on a steamer tray lined with parchment paper. |
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Steam the rice cakes over boiling water for about 15-20 minutes or until they become translucent and tender. |
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Make the Sesame Soy Glaze: |
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While the rice cakes are steaming, prepare the sesame soy glaze. In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, maple syrup, rice vinegar, toasted sesame oil, toasted sesame seeds, and a pinch of red pepper flakes. Adjust the level of spiciness to your preference. |
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Coat the Rice Cakes: |
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Once the rice cakes are done steaming, remove them from the steamer. |
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While they are still warm, coat the rice cakes generously with the sesame soy glaze. You can dip them individually or drizzle the glaze over them. |