Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup rice flour
- 1 tablespoon tapioca flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup dried shrimp, soaked and chopped
- 1/4 cup scallions, chopped
- 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup sugar
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer basket
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Non-stick pan
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rice flour, tapioca flour, and salt. Whisk to combine.
2. Add water and vegetable oil to the bowl and whisk until the mixture is smooth.
3. Heat a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add dried shrimp, scallions, and cilantro to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
4. Add the sautéed mixture to the rice flour mixture and stir to combine.
5. Grease a steamer basket with vegetable oil.
6. Pour 1/4 cup of the rice flour mixture into the steamer basket and steam for 5-7 minutes or until the rice rolls are cooked through.
7. Repeat until all the rice flour mixture is used up.
8. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar until the sugar is dissolved.
9. Serve the steamed rice rolls with the dipping sauce.
Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat for sautéing and steaming
Serving size:
Makes 12-15 rice rolls
Nutritional information:
Calories: 80
Fat: 2g
Carbohydrates: 14g
Protein: 2g
Sodium: 300mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Tapioca flour can be substituted with cornstarch.
- Dried shrimp can be substituted with diced chicken or tofu.
- Scallions and cilantro can be substituted with any herbs or vegetables of your choice.
Variations:
- Add diced mushrooms or shredded carrots to the rice flour mixture for added flavor and texture.
- Use a different dipping sauce, such as sweet chili sauce or hoisin sauce.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the rice flour mixture is smooth before steaming to prevent lumps in the rice rolls.
- Grease the steamer basket well to prevent the rice rolls from sticking.
- Serve the rice rolls hot for the best texture and flavor.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover rice rolls in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the rice rolls in the steamer basket for 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the rice rolls on a platter and garnish with chopped scallions and cilantro.
Garnishes:
Chopped scallions and cilantro
Pairings:
Serve the rice rolls with a side of stir-fried vegetables or a salad.
Suggested side dishes:
Stir-fried vegetables or a salad
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the rice rolls are too sticky, add more water to the rice flour mixture.
- If the rice rolls are too dry, add more vegetable oil to the rice flour mixture.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the rice rolls are cooked through before serving to prevent foodborne illness.
Food history:
Steamed rice rolls, also known as cheung fun, are a popular dim sum dish in Cantonese cuisine.
Flavor profiles:
Savory, umami, slightly sweet
Serving suggestions:
Serve the rice rolls as an appetizer or a light meal.
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Region: Chinese