Put chai ko is a traditional Hong Kong dessert that combines rice and red beans into a smooth and sweet delight. Its preparation requires patience and care, from cooking the beans to steaming the rice and sugar mixture. A comforting bite to enjoy on any special occasion.
The Put Chai Ko recipe combines the softness of red beans with the special texture of rice in an exquisite dessert.
The mixture of sugar, salt, and panda leaf creates a unique and delicious flavor combination.
By steaming, these sweets acquire a firm consistency and irresistible flavor.
Put chai ko
Ingredients
50 grams of Red beans
600 grams of Water
1 tablespoon of Brown sugar
100 grams of White rice
40 grams of Water
325 grams of Bean soup
80 grams of Brown sugar
⅛ teaspoon of Salt
1 Panda leaf
Preparation
Step 1 : In a pot, place the red beans and cover with water, bringing to a simmer for about an hour until they are tender.
Step 2 : Once ready, drain and reserve the cooking liquid.
Step 3 : Add a tablespoon of sugar to the cooked beans and mix well.
Step 4 : Then, brush porcelain cups of 55 ml capacity with oil, place one spoonful of filling in each, and put them in the steamer.
Step 5 : Meanwhile, drain the soaked rice and blend it with 40 grams of water.
Step 6 : Pour this mixture into a pot and cook over high heat for 2 minutes, then add the red bean soup.
Step 7 : Incorporate an additional 125 grams of red bean soup, mix, and strain the preparation.
Step 8 : To the strained mixture, add another 200 grams of red bean soup, along with sugar, salt, and panda leaf, and cook over heat until the sugar dissolves.
Step 9 : Fill a pot halfway with water and place over low heat.
Step 10 : Cook the previous mixture in a double boiler for 45 seconds, then pour into ceramic vessels, filling them up to 90%.
Step 11 : Steam for 12 minutes over medium heat.
Step 12 : Remove the Put Chai Ko from the cups with the help of a knife, insert 2 bamboo sticks into each, and serve.
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