JAPANESE SQUASH CAKE
This is a Japanese squash cake that is usually served at tea time.
Provided by Jennifer
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Japanese
Time 1h
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut off the hard part from the top and bottom of the squash; cut into 4 wedges. Scoop out seeds with a spoon and cut into chunks.
- Place a steamer insert into a saucepan and fill with water to just below the bottom of the steamer. Bring water to a boil over medium-high heat. Add squash, cover, and steam until tender and a chopstick is easily pushed through the center, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove and leave covered for about 5 minutes.
- Remove skin from the squash and mash flesh by using a food processor or by pushing it though a sieve with a wooden spoon into a bowl.
- Transfer mashed squash to a mixing bowl. Add flour, egg yolks, water, cornstarch, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Mix well.
- Roll out a sushi, or makisu, mat as if you were making a sushi roll. Wet a dish towel or muslin cloth slightly with water and lay on the mat. Spread squash mixture evenly on top. Hold the nearest end and tightly roll up the mat to the other end. Close both outer ends by rolling up or folding the towel.
- Place the rolled squash mixture in the mat back into a steamer insert in a saucepan; steam for 5 minutes. Remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes. Open the sushi mat and cut the cake into 1-inch thick slices. Serve cold on 4 small plates with Asian pears and/or persimmons.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 114.7 calories, Carbohydrate 21.4 g, Cholesterol 102.4 mg, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 149.9 mg, Sugar 8.3 g
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Teshale Biya Roba
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the cake turned out really dry. I'm not sure what went wrong.
Ram Tripura
[email protected]This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but my kids loved it. I might try reducing the amount of sugar next time.
TURINAWE EZRA
[email protected]I've never made a Japanese squash cake before, but this recipe made it easy. The cake turned out great and my family loved it. I'll definitely be making it again.
miss Oni
[email protected]This is my new favorite cake recipe! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfectly. I've made it for parties, potlucks, and even just for my family. Everyone loves it!
Fadhilah Muhammed yakubu
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The cake was amazing! It was fluffy and moist, and the flavor was out of this world. I will definitely be making this again.
Shaheer Abbas
[email protected]This was such a fun and easy recipe to make! My kids loved helping me mix the batter and pour it into the pan. The cake turned out perfectly and we all enjoyed it.
Unais Muhammad
[email protected]I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best cake he's ever had. Thanks for sharing the recipe!
Mante Gideon
[email protected]This cake was so moist and flavorful! I loved the combination of spices and the squash. It was a perfect dessert for a fall day.
Mustifa Mustifa
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The cake was easy to make and turned out perfectly. I would definitely recommend it.
Subroto Sikder
[email protected]This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again for special occasions.
Pronay Bardhan
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this cake was surprisingly delicious! The squash flavor was subtle, and the cake was very moist. I would definitely make this again.
Shahin Sikder
[email protected]My family loved this Japanese squash cake! The texture was fluffy and moist, and the flavor was perfectly balanced between sweet and savory. I will definitely be making this again.