What to Cook with rice cakes – Tasty Recipes to Try

Looking for recipes with rice cakes? We’ve got simple, tasty ideas the whole family will love — perfect for everyday cooking.

Recipes with rice cakes

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Kimchi Fried Chicken Rice Cake(泡菜辣炒雞肉年糕)

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Traditional Javanese Apem Cake from Indonesia

In Javanese culture, kue apem holds symbolic meaning as a sign of seeking forgiveness and expressing gratitude, and is often served in traditional ceremonies such as slametan, nyadran, and ruwahan. It is also an important part of the Kirab Apem Sewu tradition in Surakarta, where thousands of apem cakes are distributed as a symbol of unity and a prayer for blessings.

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Steamed Black Sesame Rice Cakes

A fast and easy treat that you can make whenever you crave for something sweet and chewy!

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Homemade safe pork floss

This homemade meat floss is a must! It is fluffy and dense, not too dry, and has a richer aroma than the commercial ones. It is perfect for pairing with white rice or making soft and sweet meat floss cakes! Students who like seaweed and sesame can add them in appropriate amounts before serving. Storage method: After the meat floss is completely cooled, store it in a sealed container. It can be kept fresh for 1 week in the refrigerator and 1 month in the freezer. Heat it in the microwave for 10 seconds before eating to easily restore the soft taste!

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Sichuan and Chongqing traditional glutinous rice cake

Sichuan and Chongqing glutinous rice cakes can be found in restaurants, street vendors, and ancient town markets across the region. Locals frequently buy them to satisfy their cravings, and tourists always find them when checking out their favorite foodie spots. This soft, glutinous, and sweet treat has long become a classic symbol of Sichuan and Chongqing cuisine. Following the traditional Sichuan and Chongqing glutinous rice cake making process: soaking the rice, steaming, beating, and shaping, each step is meticulously crafted. The resulting glutinous rice cakes are plump and chewy, with a firm, glutinous texture. Topped with sweet brown sugar, coated in rich soybean flour, and sprinkled with crispy peanuts, the flavors develop layer by layer, becoming increasingly fragrant with each chew. Soft yet glutinous, they offer a granular texture. With each bite, a satisfying blend of authentic flavors washes over you.

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Homemade Stir-fried Springy Rice Cake

Rice cakes are a versatile culinary delight. In Sichuan and Chongqing, they're used in hot pot and can be added to rice wine-fried eggs for a unique flavor. Compared to Korean rice cakes, this Chinese version is my favorite; it's more to my taste. If Sichuan and Chongqing bacon aren't available, don't worry! Substituting fried eggs and ham (which works perfectly) creates a unique and delicious experience. The golden fried eggs, with their charred aroma and the salty, chewy ham, stir-fried with rice cakes and vegetables, create a rich and harmonious flavor. The fried rice cakes are imbued with the aroma of the ingredients. A bite of them is soft, chewy, and the salty, fragrant flavor spreads across your tongue. It may seem ordinary, but it's incredibly satisfying. I'll instantly fall in love with this simple yet delicious Chinese rice cake.

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The fragrant braised pork with mushrooms and shallots

Shallots, fried mushrooms and braised pork are a "taste bomb"! The shallots are fried to create a unique aroma, the mushrooms are soaked in gravy and tender, and the braised pork is soft and tasty. The combination of the three creates a rich aroma that whets your appetite. It has a wide range of uses. It can be used as a soul topping for noodles or rice, instantly transforming the staple food; it can be sandwiched in steamed buns or sesame cakes, and it is full of salty fragrance; it can be paired with rice noodles or rice noodles to upgrade the flavor. It is a versatile and delicious artifact.

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Vermicelli curry laksa

A warm and inviting bowl of curry laksa: coconut milk and rich curry spices coat the delicate rice noodles, making each strand delicately flavorful. Fried tofu, fish cakes, and fresh shrimp provide a dimension of texture and flavor, while bean sprouts and long beans add a crunchy youthfulness. The aroma of fried shallots fills the air, balanced by hints of spiciness and sweetness from the red chilies and spices. The result: a rich, mouth-watering dish, perfect for a comforting and heartwarming meal.