Pumpkin Fa Gao Recipe

Pumpkin Fa Gao is a delightful and festive steamed cake, perfect for celebrating special occasions or simply enjoying as a sweet treat. The combination of pumpkin puree and a soft, spongy texture makes this traditional Chinese cake both delicious and visually appealing. Follow my recipe to create a tender and flavorful Pumpkin Fa Gao at home.

Course Breakfast, Dessert

Cuisine Chinese

Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Resting Time 45

Servings

Calories 337kcal

Ingredients

120 g pumpkin sliced
2 g yeast
10 g white granulated sugar adjust to taste
1 egg
120 g all-purpose flour
5 red dates for decoration

Instructions

Prepare the Pumpkin:

Cut 120 grams of pumpkin into slices.
Steam the pumpkin for 15 minutes or until fully cooked.
Place the pumpkin in a bowl to cool, then mash it into a puree.

Mix the Ingredients:

Add 2 grams of yeast, 10 grams of white granulated sugar, and 1 egg to the pumpkin puree. Mix well.
Add 120 grams of all-purpose flour and stir until it forms a sticky dough with some resistance.

Fermentation:

Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough ferment for about 45 minutes. The dough should double in size and become honeycombed.
Stir the dough with chopsticks to release the air.

Prepare for Steaming:

Grease a plate and pour the batter in, smoothing the surface.
Place 5 red dates on top for decoration. This step is optional.
Put the batter into a bamboo steamer with water underneath, cover it, and let it rise for another 10 minutes.

Steam the Fa Gao and Serve:

Heat the steamer. Once the water boils, steam on medium-high heat for 20 minutes.
Turn off the heat and let it sit for another 5 minutes before serving.
To remove it from the bowl easily, gently run a spatula or scraper around the edges, allowing the Fa Gao to slide out smoothly. Transfer it onto a cutting board and use a knife to slice it into bite-sized pieces. Serve and enjoy this delightful treat!

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