Ingredients
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For the Sweet Potato Filling:
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1 cup mashed sweet potato (about 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes)
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2 tablespoons brown sugar
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1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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For the Rice Cake Dough:
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1 1/2 cups glutinous rice flour (sweet rice flour)
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1/4 teaspoon salt
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3/4 cup warm water
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For Dusting:
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1 Cornstarch or potato starch
Directions
These sweet and chewy Korean rice cakes are best enjoyed fresh. They can be a delightful snack or dessert for both kids and adults.
Feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar to the sweet potato filling according to your taste preferences.
Steps
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Start by preparing the sweet potato filling. In a bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined. Set aside. |
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In a separate mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, brown sugar, and salt for the dough. |
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Gradually add warm water to the dry mixture, stirring as you pour. Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more rice flour. If it's too dry, add a touch more warm water. |
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Divide the dough into small pieces and roll them into balls, about 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter. |
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Flatten each rice cake ball into a small disk in the palm of your hand. Place a teaspoon of the sweet potato filling in the center, then fold the edges of the rice cake over the filling to enclose it. Roll it back into a ball, making sure there are no openings. |
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Roll the filled rice cake balls in cornstarch or potato starch to prevent sticking. |
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Repeat this process with the remaining dough and sweet potato filling. |
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Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Gently drop the rice cakes into the boiling water. When they float to the surface, let them cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, ensuring they're cooked through. |
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Use a slotted spoon to remove the rice cakes from the boiling water and place them in a bowl of cold water for a few seconds. Drain and transfer them to a plate. |
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Serve your Vegan Sweet Potato Rice Cakes as a delicious Korean dessert. Enjoy! |