Steamed Nian Gao with Grated Coconut and Sesame Seeds
Chewy and fragrant Steamed Nian Gao with Grated Coconut and Sesame Seeds, a twist on this popular dessert enjoyed during the Chinese New Year.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup unsweetened dried grated coconut (30g)
- 2 tbsp sesame seeds (15g)
- 12 oz nian gao (cut into 12 cubes) (340g)
- 1 piece banana leaf to line plate use for steaming
Instructions
- Place unsweetened dried grated coconut in a fry pan and stir over low heat for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted. Do the same with sesame seeds.
- Mix the two in a shallow bowl. Set aside.
- Prepare a steamer and allow water to come to a boil.
- Place nian gao cubes on plate lined with banana leaf. Wrap with aluminum foil. Place in the steamer, cover with lid, and steam over medium heat for 10 minutes.
- Remove steamed nian gao from steamer. Using a pair of chopsticks or a fork, pick up a piece of sticky nian gao and roll it in toasted coconut and sesame seeds mixture. Repeat with remaining nian gao.
- Serve immediately.
Nutrition
Calories: 280kcal
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