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Songpyeon

Traditional chewy half-moon rice cakes stuffed with a sweet toasted sesame filling and steamed over fresh pine needles.

70 minMediumServes 4280 cal/serving

KoreanDessertStovetopVeganVegetarianHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-Sodium

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups short-grain rice flour
  • 1/2 tsp fine salt
  • 2/3 cup boiling water
  • 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds, crushed
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 2 cups fresh pine needles, washed

Instructions

  1. 1

    Mix 2 cups short-grain rice flour and 1/2 tsp fine salt in a bowl, then stir in 2/3 cup boiling water to form a soft dough.

  2. 2

    Knead dough until smooth, cover with a damp cloth, and rest for 20 minutes.

  3. 3

    In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup crushed toasted sesame seeds and 2 tbsp granulated sugar for the sweet filling.

  4. 4

    Divide dough into small balls, flatten each, press a center well, add filling, pinch closed, and shape into half-moons.

  5. 5

    Line a steamer with 2 cups washed fresh pine needles, place rice cakes on top without touching, and steam over high heat for 20 minutes.

  6. 6

    Rinse steamed cakes in cold water, drain, and brush with 2 tsp toasted sesame oil before serving.

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Questions

What is Songpyeon?

Traditional chewy half-moon rice cakes stuffed with a sweet toasted sesame filling and steamed over fresh pine needles. This reference files it under Korean dessert: made on the stovetop, rated medium and about 70 minutes start to finish.

How much time should I plan for Songpyeon?

As written, 70 minutes: 45 of prep and 25 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (20 minutes): "Knead dough until smooth, cover with a damp cloth, and rest for 20 minutes."

What can I use instead of toasted sesame oil in Songpyeon?

The entry for Songpyeon calls for 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. In its place: There is no neutral substitute for the toasted flavor. Warm a spoonful of sesame seeds in a neutral oil, or leave it out and finish with toasted seeds.

Does Songpyeon contain sesame?

Yes: 1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds, crushed and 2 tsp toasted sesame oil. The full allergen list for this entry is sesame. Seeds used as a garnish can simply be left off; the oil has no true substitute. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Songpyeon?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 280 calories, with 4 g protein, 58 g carbohydrate and 4 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 150 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

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