Turnip Cake
The origin of Turnip Cake can be traced back to the ancient Chinese culinary culture. Turnips, as a common vegetable, were widely cultivated and consumed by people. At that time, people discovered that by mashing turnips into a paste-like consistency and mixing them with rice flour, they could create a unique and delicious cake. Over time, people have improved and innovated the recipe for Turnip Cake, making it a distinctive and traditional delicacy.
Servings:
8
yield(s)
Prep Time:
20
mins
Cook Time:
60
mins
Total Time:
80
mins
Ingredients
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1
lb
(453g) turnips (Chinese white radish)
(grated)
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1
oz
(28g) dried shrimp
(rehydrated and minced)
-
2
dried shiitake mushrooms
(soaked and diced)
-
2
oz
(56g) Chinese sausage
(diced)
-
1/2
tsp
(3g) salt
-
1/2
tsp
(1g) ground white pepper
-
1
tbsp
(12g) sugar
-
1
tbsp
(16g) light soy sauce
-
1
tsp
(4g) sesame oil
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1
cup
(240g) water
-
1
tbsp
(12g) vegetable oil
Slurry:
-
1 1/4
cup
(187g) rice flour
-
2
tbsp
(20g) tapioca starch
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2
tbsp
(20g) wheat Starch
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2
cup
(480g) water
Instructions
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Peel and grate the turnips using a grater. Set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the rice flour, tapioca starch, and wheat Starch. Add 2 cups of water and mix until the batter becomes smooth.
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Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick pan over medium heat.
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Add dried shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, and Chinese sausage; stir-fry for about 2 minutes. Add shredded turnips, salt, white pepper, sugar, light soy sauce, and sesame oil. Pour in 1 cup of water. Cook until the turnips are slightly softened and aromatic. Pour the slurry into the pan and mix thoroughly to combine.
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Grease a heat-resistant container with oil, pour the turnip mixture into the container. Place the container in a steamer with enough water, steam over medium-high heat for 40 minutes or until the turnip cake is set.
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Take the turnip cake out of the steamer and let it cool for a bit. Once it's cooled, refrigerate the turnip cake for at least 2 hours or overnight. Chilling helps it firm up and makes slicing easier. Cut the turnip cake into your preferred shapes and sizes.
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Heat some oil in a pan and pan-fry the turnip cake slices until golden brown and crispy on both sides.
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Serve the turnip cake hot with your favorite dipping sauce, such as soy sauce or chili sauce.