Caramel Water Chestnut Cake
Ingredients:
- 200ml Water Chestnut Flour
- 200g Fresh Water Chestnuts
- 100ml White Sugar
- Corn Oil (as needed)
- 400ml + 400ml Water (divided)
- 2 tablespoons (approx. 80ml) Water Chestnut Flour Mixture (prepared in recipe)
Instructions:
- Julienne the water chestnuts and set aside.
- Mix 200ml of water chestnut flour with 400ml of water, stir until smooth, and sieve 1-2 times to make a batter.
- In a pot, add corn oil and 100ml of sugar. Cook over low heat until caramelized.
- Add 400ml of boiling water to the caramelized sugar and stir until dissolved.
- Add the julienned water chestnuts, bring to a boil, then turn off the heat.
- While hot, mix in 2 tablespoons of the prepared batter until thickened.
- Combine with the remaining batter to finish the water chestnut mixture.
- Bring water to a boil in a steamer. Place a 1-liter square bowl in the steamer and pour in the water chestnut mixture.
- Steam over high heat for about 30 minutes, or until fully cooked (time may vary).
- Allow to cool completely before unmolding.
- For neat slices, cut in one firm motion and wipe the knife after each cut.
- The cake should be soft, smooth, sweet, and slightly chewy.
- This cake is refreshing, suitable for all ages, and a healthy, delicious treat.
- So good you'll want more!
Nutrition:
- Low in fat
- Gluten-free
- Contains natural sugars from water chestnuts
- Source of dietary fiber