Traditional Chinese Radish Cake

Experience the authentic flavors of Traditional Chinese Radish Cake, a savory dim sum favorite that's perfect for any occasion! Made with tender grated daikon radish, aromatic Chinese sausage, earthy shiitake mushrooms, and umami-packed dried shrimp, this dish is a celebration of texture and flavor. The batter, created with smooth rice flour and seasoned with soy and oyster sauce, steams to perfection, resulting in a soft, melt-in-your-mouth cake. For an extra layer of indulgence, pan-fry the slices to achieve a crispy golden crust. Perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish, this versatile recipe brings the essence of Chinese cuisine to your table. Serve it warm, topped with fresh spring onions, and savor every bite! Keywords: Chinese radish cake, Traditional dim sum, savory steamed cake, pan-fried radish cake, daikon recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:90 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 600 grams Daikon radish
• 200 grams Rice flour
• 400 ml Water
• 1 link Chinese sausage (lap cheong)
• 4 pieces Dried shiitake mushrooms
• 2 tablespoons Dried shrimp
• 2 stalks Spring onions
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon White pepper
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 tablespoons Cooking oil

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the dried shiitake mushrooms and dried shrimp under cold water. Soak them in warm water for about 30 minutes or until softened. Once softened, squeeze out excess water, finely chop them, and set aside.

Step 2

Peel the daikon radish and grate it using a coarse grater. Transfer the grated radish to a pot, add 300 ml of water, and bring to a boil. Then, lower the heat, cover, and let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the radish is softened.

Step 3

While the radish is cooking, chop the Chinese sausage into small pieces and finely chop the spring onions.

Step 4

Heat a tablespoon of oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the chopped Chinese sausage, mushrooms, and dried shrimp. Stir-fry for about 2-3 minutes until they are fragrant and the sausage begins to brown slightly.

Step 5

Add the cooked mixture to the pot with the radish. Mix well, then add soy sauce, oyster sauce, white pepper, salt, and sugar. Stir everything to combine.

Step 6

In a large bowl, mix the rice flour with the remaining 100 ml of water. Stir until smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.

Step 7

Add the rice flour mixture to the pot with the radish and mix everything until well combined. The consistency should be a thick batter.

Step 8

Prepare a steamer and bring the water to a boil. Lightly oil a round 9-inch cake pan and pour the radish mixture into the pan, spreading it evenly.

Step 9

Place the pan in the steamer, cover, and steam for about 45 minutes, or until the radish cake is set and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 10

Once cooked, remove the pan from the steamer and let it cool slightly. The radish cake can be served warm or cooled to room temperature, sliced, and then pan-fried until golden brown on both sides for added texture.

Step 11

Garnish with chopped spring onions before serving, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1442.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1655.4

Total Fat 58.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 13.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.9g
Cholesterol 192mg	0%
Sodium 6091.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 237.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.9g
Protein 53.4g	0%

Vitamin D 616IU	0%
Calcium 286.7mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 2674.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 31.3%

Protein: 12.6%

Carbs: 56.0%