rice cake Recipes
21 delicious rice cake recipes from around the world
Tahchin
Persian rice cake - saffron rice with yogurt, baked until crispy. Elegant main.
Tahchin ba Morgh
Persian saffron rice cake with chicken - crispy bottom rice with chicken inside.
Tahchin-e Morgh
Persian saffron rice cake - crispy rice with yogurt and chicken. Showstopper.
Tah-chin-e Mahi
Persian fish rice cake - crispy saffron rice with fish. Caspian specialty.
BΓ‘nh ΔΓΊc
A delightful and simple Vietnamese savory steamed rice cake, often made with rice flour and tapioca starch, layered with savory mung beans, and finished with fragrant scallion oil. It's a comforting dish that's both soft and satisfying.
BΓ‘nh TΓ©t
A traditional Southern Vietnamese cylindrical sticky rice cake, filled with savory pork and mung beans, wrapped in fragrant banana leaves and slow-cooked to perfection. BΓ‘nh TΓ©t is a staple during the TαΊΏt (Lunar New Year) celebrations.
Bibingka
A traditional Filipino sweet rice cake, often baked in a clay pot lined with banana leaves, especially popular during the Christmas season. It has a slightly spongy texture and a subtly sweet, coconutty flavor, typically enhanced with toppings.
Biko (Filipino Sweet Sticky Rice Cake)
A beloved Filipino dessert, Biko is a rich and chewy sweet sticky rice cake made from glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk and sweetened with a luscious coconut caramel sauce. It's a staple at celebrations and a comforting treat.
Bα»t ChiΓͺn (Vietnamese Fried Rice Cake)
A beloved Saigon street food, Bα»t ChiΓͺn features chewy, pan-fried rice flour cakes with crispy edges, scrambled eggs, and fresh green onions. It's a simple yet satisfying dish with Chinese origins.
Injeolmi (Korean Roasted Soybean Rice Cake)
Injeolmi is a traditional Korean rice cake (tteok) made from steamed glutinous rice flour, pounded until smooth and chewy, then coated in a generous amount of roasted soybean powder. It's a delightful chewy, slightly sweet treat often enjoyed during celebrations and holidays.
Kue Putu
Kue Putu are traditional Indonesian steamed rice cakes, often sold as a street snack. They are characterized by their cylindrical shape, vibrant green color (from pandan), sweet palm sugar filling, and are typically served with fresh grated coconut.
Kutsinta
Filipino kutsinta are soft, chewy, and slightly gelatinous steamed rice cakes with a distinct brown hue and a hint of coconut. Perfect for merienda (afternoon snack) or dessert.
Mochi (Japanese Rice Cakes)
Traditional Japanese mochi are soft, chewy, and slightly sweet glutinous rice cakes. They are a quintessential part of Japanese New Year celebrations and can be enjoyed in various ways, both sweet and savory.
Puto (Filipino Steamed Rice Cakes)
Fluffy, slightly sweet, and tender Filipino steamed rice cakes, perfect as a snack or accompaniment to savory dishes like dinuguan. This recipe yields small, individual cakes.
Sapin-Sapon (Layered Rice Cake)
A beloved Filipino delicacy, Sapin-Sapin is a visually stunning and deliciously chewy layered rice cake made from glutinous rice flour, coconut milk, and sugar. Its vibrant, distinct layers, often colored and flavored with ube (purple yam) and jackfruit, make it a popular centerpiece for festivals and celebrations.
Songpyeon (Korean Half-Moon Rice Cakes)
Delicate, half-moon shaped rice cakes filled with a sweet sesame seed mixture and traditionally steamed over fragrant pine needles. Songpyeon are a quintessential treat enjoyed during Chuseok, the Korean harvest festival.
Tah-chin-e Mahi (Persian Saffron Rice and Fish Cake)
A beloved Caspian specialty, Tah-chin-e Mahi is a fragrant and flavorful Persian rice cake featuring a crispy, golden saffron-infused rice crust encasing tender pieces of seasoned fish. It's a delightful combination of textures and aromas.
Tahchin (Persian Saffron Rice Cake)
An elegant and festive Persian rice cake, Tahchin features layers of fragrant saffron-infused rice and tender chicken, baked to a delightful golden crispiness at the bottom. It's a showstopper main course.
Tahchin ba Morgh
Persian saffron rice cake with chicken - crispy bottom rice with chicken inside.
Tahchin-e Morgh (Persian Saffron Rice Cake with Chicken)
A showstopping Persian saffron rice cake featuring a crispy, golden crust of parboiled rice mixed with yogurt and egg yolks, layered with tender, spiced chicken, and barberries. This dish is a true centerpiece for any festive occasion.
Masa (Northern Nigerian Rice Cakes)
Masa are delicious, slightly tangy, and fermented rice cakes originating from Northern Nigeria. They are typically cooked in a special dimpled pan, creating a unique texture. Enjoy them as a snack or side dish, often served with spicy suya or a flavorful pepper soup.