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Peanut Butter Jiuniang Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup glutinous rice
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup rice wine

Special equipment needed:
- Rice cooker or pot with lid
- Glass jar or container with lid

Step-by-step instructions:
a. Rinse the glutinous rice until the water runs clear.
b. Soak the rice in water for at least 2 hours or overnight.
c. Drain the rice and place it in a rice cooker or pot with 1/2 cup of water.
d. Cook the rice until it is soft and sticky.
e. In a separate pot, mix the brown sugar and rice wine over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
f. Add the peanut butter to the sugar mixture and stir until it is well combined.
g. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the cooked rice and mix well.
h. Transfer the mixture to a glass jar or container with a lid.
i. Cover the jar with a clean cloth and let it sit at room temperature for 2-3 days.
j. Stir the mixture once a day to prevent it from separating.
k. After 2-3 days, the peanut butter jiuniang is ready to serve.


Time:
Preparation time: 2-3 hours (including soaking time)
Cooking time: 30 minutes
5. Temperature:
Low heat
Serving size:
4-6 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 250
Total fat: 10g
Saturated fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 80mg
Total carbohydrates: 38g
Dietary fiber: 2g
Sugars: 16g
Protein: 4g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or honey.
- Rice wine can be substituted with sake or sherry.

Variations:
- Instead of peanut butter, other nut butters such as almond or cashew can be used.
- Add diced fruit such as mango or pineapple for a fruity twist.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to stir the mixture once a day to prevent separation.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little bit of water to thin it out.

Storage instructions:
Store the peanut butter jiuniang in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Reheating instructions:
The peanut butter jiuniang is best served cold and does not need to be reheated.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the peanut butter jiuniang in small bowls or cups.

Garnishes:
Garnish with chopped peanuts or sesame seeds.

Pairings:
Serve with fresh fruit such as sliced bananas or strawberries.

Suggested side dishes:
Serve with steamed buns or sticky rice.

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture separates, stir it well until it is well combined.
- If the mixture is too thin, let it sit for another day to thicken.

Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean utensils and containers when making the peanut butter jiuniang.

Food history:
Jiuniang is a traditional Chinese fermented rice drink that is often served as a dessert.

Flavor profiles:
The peanut butter jiuniang has a sweet and nutty flavor with a slightly sour taste from the fermentation process.

Serving suggestions:
Serve the peanut butter jiuniang as a dessert or snack.

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