Korean-Style Songpyeon with Nourishing Filling
A traditional Korean half-moon shaped rice cake filled with a nourishing mixture of rice, bean paste, and sesame seeds. Perfect as a snack or dessert.
Ingredients
- β2 cups short-grain rice
- β1 cup mung bean paste
- β2 tbsp sesame seeds
- β1 package (available at Asian markets) songpyeon dough
- β1 cup water
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine short-grain rice and mung bean paste.
- 2
Add sesame seeds and mix well.
- 3
Knead songpyeon dough according to package instructions.
- 4
Divide dough into small balls, about 1-inch in diameter.
- 5
Roll each ball into a thin circle, about 3 inches in diameter.
- 6
Place a tablespoon of the rice mixture in the center of each circle.
- 7
Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, pressing edges to seal.
- 8
Repeat with remaining dough and filling.
- 9
Steam songpyeon for 10-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
- 10
Serve warm.