Yugwa (Honey Rice Puff Cookies)
Yugwa is made by drying and frying a makgeolli-kneaded glutinous rice dough, then coating it in rice syrup for a crisp exterior, airy crunch, and nutty-sweet flavor.
Instructions
- 1
Knead glutinous rice flour with salt and makgeolli into a firm dough.
- 2
Roll to 1 cm thickness, cut into sticks, and air-dry for 2 hours.
- 3
First-fry at 140°C slowly until cooked through, then remove.
- 4
Second-fry at 170°C briefly to puff and crisp.
- 5
Warm rice syrup and honey on low heat, then coat the fried pieces.
- 6
Toss with puffed rice and cinnamon, then cool before serving.
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