Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup red bean paste
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
Special equipment needed:
- Steamer
- Mixing bowl
- Rolling pin
- Manjū mold (optional)
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Steam the sweet potato until tender, then mash it until smooth.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the mashed sweet potato, glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water. Mix until a smooth dough forms.
3. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
4. Using a round cookie cutter or the manjū mold, cut out circles of dough.
5. Place a small spoonful of red bean paste in the center of each circle.
6. Fold the edges of the dough up and over the filling, pinching the edges together to seal.
7. Repeat with the remaining dough and filling.
8. Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat.
9. Add the manjū to the pan and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly browned.
10. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium heat
Serving size:
Makes 12 manjū
Nutritional information:
Calories: 120
Fat: 1g
Carbohydrates: 27g
Protein: 2g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 10mg
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Regular flour can be used instead of glutinous rice flour, but the texture will be different.
- Brown sugar or honey can be used instead of white sugar.
- Any type of sweet filling can be used instead of red bean paste, such as chocolate or fruit preserves.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the dough for extra flavor.
- Use purple sweet potato instead of regular sweet potato for a colorful twist.
- Make mini manjū by using a smaller cookie cutter or mold.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the dough is not too dry or too wet. Adjust the amount of water as needed.
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent the manjū from sticking.
- If using a manjū mold, lightly dust it with flour before using to prevent sticking.
Storage instructions:
Store leftover manjū in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Reheat the manjū in the microwave for 10-15 seconds or in a steamer for 5 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the manjū on a platter and sprinkle with powdered sugar or sesame seeds for a decorative touch.
Garnishes:
Sprinkle with powdered sugar or sesame seeds.
Pairings:
Serve with green tea or hot cocoa.
Suggested side dishes:
Serve with fresh fruit or mochi ice cream.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more water.
- If the manjū are falling apart, make sure the edges are pinched together tightly.
Food safety advice:
Make sure the sweet potato is fully cooked before using it in the recipe.
Food history:
Manjū is a traditional Japanese confectionery that dates back to the 14th century.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and slightly chewy.
Serving suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or snack.
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Region: Japanese