Sticky Rice Cake with Black Sesame Filling Recipe

Introduction

Sticky rice cake with black sesame filling is a chewy, fragrant treat perfect for snack time or dessert. The combination of soft glutinous rice and rich, nutty sesame paste creates a satisfying bite that’s both comforting and delicious.

Ingredients

• 300 g glutinous rice
• 50 g roasted black sesame
• 20 g white sugar
• 15 g lard (melted, can substitute with other vegetable oils)
• Cooking oil for frying (as needed)

Instructions

1. Step 1: Rinse the glutinous rice thoroughly and soak it in a large bowl covered with water for 8 to 12 hours, preferably overnight, to soften it.
2. Step 2: Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer. Use chopsticks to poke even holes through the rice. Steam over boiling water on medium heat for 30 to 40 minutes until the rice is tender and separate.
3. Step 3: In a blender, grind the roasted black sesame and white sugar into a fine powder. Transfer to a bowl and mix in the melted lard until smooth and aromatic to make the filling. Set aside.
4. Step 4: Remove the cooked rice from the steamer onto a clean surface. Break it up with chopsticks or a spatula and let it cool to about 40–50°C. Knead the rice with lightly oiled hands until the dough is smooth and elastic, about 6–7 minutes. Divide into 30–40 g portions.
5. Step 5: Flatten each rice dough portion into a bowl shape in your palm. Spoon 10–15 g of sesame filling into the center. Fold and seal the dough around the filling to form a ball, then gently flatten into a small disc.
6. Step 6: Heat cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Fry the rice cakes in batches, cooking each side for 2–3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. The total frying time should be 5–7 minutes.

Tips & Variations

• For a vegan option, replace lard with coconut oil or any neutral vegetable oil.
• Adjust the sugar in the filling to taste for a sweeter or less sweet filling.
• Serve warm with a dusting of powdered sugar or drizzle of honey for extra sweetness.

Storage

Store leftover rice cakes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan over low heat or microwave briefly to restore their chewy texture. Avoid overheating to prevent toughening.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use pre-ground black sesame seeds for the filling?

Yes, pre-ground black sesame can be used, but freshly grinding whole roasted seeds will provide more flavor and aroma in the filling.

How do I know when the glutinous rice is cooked properly?

The rice should be tender and separate, not mushy. When pressed with a finger, it should easily break apart rather than clump together tightly.

Sticky Rice Cake with Black Sesame Filling Recipe

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A traditional Asian dessert featuring chewy steamed glutinous rice dough filled with a rich, aromatic black sesame and sugar paste, pan-fried to golden perfection for a crispy exterior and a soft, sticky interior.

• Author: Anna
• Prep Time: 12 hours 20 minutes
• Cook Time: 45 minutes
• Total Time: 12 hours 65 minutes
• Yield: 10–12 rice cakes 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Steaming with Pan Frying
• Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

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Rice Dough

• 300 g glutinous rice

Filling

• 50 g roasted black sesame seeds
• 20 g white sugar
• 15 g lard, melted (can substitute with vegetable oil)

For Frying

• Cooking oil as needed

Instructions

1. Soak the Rice: Rinse 300g glutinous rice thoroughly and soak it in enough water to cover for 8 to 12 hours or overnight, allowing the grains to absorb moisture and soften for a chewy texture.
2. Steam the Rice: Drain the soaked rice and place it in a steamer. Use chopsticks to pierce evenly spaced holes through the rice to the bottom. Add water to the steamer, cover, bring the water to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and steam for 30 to 40 minutes until the rice is tender and separable when pressed.
3. Prepare the Black Sesame Filling: Blend 50g roasted black sesame seeds and 20g white sugar into a powder. Transfer to a bowl, add 15g melted lard, and mix thoroughly until a smooth and aromatic paste forms. Set aside.
4. Make the Rice Dough: Transfer the steamed rice to a clean surface, break it up using chopsticks or a spatula to cool it to about 40-50°C. Knead the rice for 6-7 minutes, lightly oiling your hands if sticky, until it becomes smooth and elastic. Divide into portions of 30-40g each.
5. Form the Rice Cakes: Flatten each dough portion into a bowl shape in your palm. Place 10-15g sesame filling in the center. Gently fold and seal the dough around the filling, forming a round ball, then flatten into small discs. Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
6. Pan-Fry the Rice Cakes: Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium-low heat. Fry the rice cakes in batches, cooking each side for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes total, ensuring they cook evenly without burning.

Notes

• Soaking the glutinous rice overnight is essential for the chewy texture.
• You can substitute lard with vegetable oil for a vegetarian version, though the flavor may differ slightly.
• Keep the heat medium-low while frying to avoid burning outside while ensuring the inside is fully cooked.
• Use chopsticks to pierce the rice layer before steaming to help steam penetrate evenly.
• Allow rice dough to cool a bit before kneading to avoid burns and to achieve the best dough consistency.

Keywords: sticky rice cake, black sesame filling, Asian dessert, glutinous rice, pan-fried rice cake, steamed rice cake