Wishing all Buddhists a Happy Wesak Day!
Traditional Mixed Nuts Mooncake was my dad's perennial favourite. At that time I couldn't understand why this festive traditional mooncake was most enjoyed by the older folks. But nowadays, I too have slowly acquired the taste for this sweet, salty and nutty variety. These cakes are best cut in small wedges, savoured by small delicate bites and not by the mouthfuls, and they are best enjoyed with a pot of hot Chinese tea.
Recipe for Traditional Mixed Nuts Mooncake
Ingredients (Dough)
150 gm superfine flour, sifted90 ml golden syrup38 ml vegetable oil2 ml alkaline waterEgg wash - 1 whole egg + 1 tsp water, mix well and strain. Method Mix syrup, oil and alkaline water thoroughly with a handwhisk.Sift in flour, mix well with spatula and let rest for 2 hours or more, till it doesn't stick to the hands.Knead lightly on a floured surface.Weigh out 55 gm of dough, roll into balls and set aside.
Ingredients (Filling)
30 gm walnuts, toasted and chopped30 gm almonds, toasted and c…
Recipe for Traditional Mixed Nuts Mooncake
Ingredients (Dough)
150 gm superfine flour, sifted90 ml golden syrup38 ml vegetable oil2 ml alkaline waterEgg wash - 1 whole egg + 1 tsp water, mix well and strain. Method Mix syrup, oil and alkaline water thoroughly with a handwhisk.Sift in flour, mix well with spatula and let rest for 2 hours or more, till it doesn't stick to the hands.Knead lightly on a floured surface.Weigh out 55 gm of dough, roll into balls and set aside.
Ingredients (Filling)
30 gm walnuts, toasted and chopped30 gm almonds, toasted and c…
Wishing you a Happy Wesak Day too!!
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