Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups glutinous rice flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup amanattō (sweetened beans)
- 1/4 cup kinako (roasted soybean flour)
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- 8-inch square baking pan
- Steamer
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, sugar, vegetable oil, water, and salt. Mix well until the dough forms.
2. Add amanattō to the dough and mix until well incorporated.
3. Grease the baking pan with vegetable oil and pour the dough into the pan. Smooth the surface with a spatula.
4. Steam the rice cake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
5. Remove the rice cake from the steamer and let it cool for 10 minutes.
6. Cut the rice cake into small squares and dust with kinako.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Steamer temperature: 100°C (212°F)
Serving size:
Makes 16 small squares
Nutritional information:
Calories: 130
Fat: 5g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 40mg
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 7g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Glutinous rice flour can be substituted with regular rice flour.
- Amanattō can be substituted with sweetened red bean paste.
- Kinako can be substituted with cornstarch or potato starch.
Variations:
- Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or almonds to the dough for added texture.
- Use matcha powder instead of kinako for a green tea flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to grease the baking pan well to prevent sticking.
- Use a toothpick to check if the rice cake is fully cooked.
- Dust the rice cake with kinako just before serving to prevent it from getting soggy.
Storage instructions:
- Store the rice cake in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Refrigerate the rice cake for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- Microwave the rice cake for 10-15 seconds to warm it up before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the rice cake on a platter with a dusting of kinako and a sprinkle of chopped nuts.
- Arrange the rice cake squares in a pyramid shape for an elegant presentation.
Garnishes:
- Chopped nuts
- Fresh fruit
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Green tea
- Black tea
- Coffee
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Mochi ice cream
- Japanese sweet potato
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice cake is too dry, add a little more water to the dough.
- If the rice cake is too wet, add a little more glutinous rice flour to the dough.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the rice cake thoroughly to prevent foodborne illness.
- Store the rice cake in an airtight container to prevent contamination.
Food history:
- Amanattō is a traditional Japanese sweet made from beans that have been boiled and sweetened with sugar.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Nutty
- Chewy
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the rice cake as a dessert or a snack.
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Region: Japanese