shredded radish cakes

How to Make Radish Cake: A Simple Guide

Radish cake, a savory and comforting dish, is beloved for its crispy exterior and tender, flavorful interior. Here’s a basic guide to making it at home.

Ingredients:

300g radish (julienned), 100g rice flour, 50g wheat flour, 200ml water, 50g dried shrimp (soaked and chopped), 2 Chinese sausages (diced), 3 mushrooms (soaked and diced), 2 eggs (beaten), salt, pepper, and five-spice powder to taste.

Steps:

1. Prepare the batter: Mix rice flour, wheat flour, water, salt, pepper, and five-spice powder until smooth. Let it rest for 15 minutes.

2. Sauté the fillings: Heat oil in a pan, stir-fry dried shrimp, sausages, and mushrooms until fragrant. Add radish and cook until soft. Cool slightly.

3. Combine: Mix the sautéed ingredients with the batter. Stir in beaten eggs.

4. Steam: Pour the mixture into a greased tray. Steam over high heat for 40-50 minutes until set.

5. Pan-fry (optional): Cut the steamed cake into slices. Pan-fry in oil until golden and crispy on both sides.

Serve hot with soy sauce or chili sauce. Enjoy this homemade delight, perfect for breakfast or snacks!