savory cake Recipes
4 delicious savory cake recipes from around the world
Bánh Chưng (Vietnamese Square Sticky Rice Cake)
A traditional Northern Vietnamese square sticky rice cake, essential for Lunar New Year (Tết). It features layers of glutinous rice, savory mung bean paste, and seasoned pork belly, all wrapped in dong leaves and boiled for an extended period. The square shape symbolizes the Earth.
Dhokla
Fluffy, steamed savory cakes made from fermented gram flour (besan), a popular and healthy snack from Gujarat, India. They are characterized by their light, spongy texture and are often tempered with a sweet and spicy mixture.
Kuku Sabzi (Persian Herb Frittata)
Kuku Sabzi is a vibrant and flavorful Persian herb frittata, often described as a dense herb cake bound together with eggs. It is a traditional and essential dish served during Nowruz, the Persian New Year, symbolizing renewal and growth.
Lo Bak Go (Cantonese Turnip Cake)
A savory and subtly sweet steamed cake made from daikon radish, rice flour, dried shrimp, Chinese sausage, and mushrooms. It's traditionally enjoyed during Chinese New Year, often pan-fried until golden and crispy for a delightful textural contrast.