Lotus Root Nian Gao
Featuring slices of nian gao and lotus root coated and fried in a golden batter, these crispy treats are the perfect celebration snack for CNY!
INGREDIENTS
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80 g plain flour
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20 g cornflour
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130 g water
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1 tbsp vegetable oil
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1 tsp baking powder
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4 slices nian gao
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8 slices lotus root
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Osmanthus honey, to drizzle
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Osmanthus flower, crushed
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Icing sugar, to dust
STEPS 01.
PREPARE THE BATTER Pour plain flour, cornflour and water and mix well into a paste. Add in vegetable oil, baking powder and mix well
STEPS 02.
Put a piece of rice cake between two slices of lotus root.
STEPS 03.
Coat with a layer of batter and deep fry in oil till golden brown.
STEPS 04.
Drizzle with osmanthus honey, sprinkle osmanthus flowers and dust some icing sugar on top before serving.
