Soft and Chewy Yakbap (Sweet Glutinous Rice) in a Rice Cooker
A chewy, nourishing snack of yakbap made by steaming soaked glutinous rice and boiled peanuts with a seasoned sauce in an electric rice cooker.
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This easy yakbap is made in an electric rice cooker using well-soaked glutinous rice and savory boiled peanuts. Flavored with dark brown sugar and ground cinnamon and finished with toasted sesame oil for a glossy sheen, it has a soft and chewy texture. Wrap individual portions to enjoy as a satisfying snack or a quick breakfast on the go.
- Servings
- about 5–6 servings
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Spiciness
- Not spicy
Ingredients
Ingredients
- Glutinous rice3 cups
- Dried fruit1/2 cup
- Peanuts1 1/2 cups (boiled)
Yakbap sauce
- Water1 1/2 cups
- Regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang) (or brewed soy sauce (yangjo-ganjang))3 tbsp
- Salt1/2 tsp
- Dark brown sugar7 tbsp
- Ground cinnamon1/2 tbsp
- Toasted sesame oil2 tbsp (for mixing into cooked rice)
- Rinse the glutinous rice, pour in plenty of water, and let it soak thoroughly for about 1 hour.
- I prepared 1 1/2 cups of boiled peanuts with the inner skins removed.
- You can also use sunflower seeds, raisins, walnuts, almonds, chestnuts, or jujubes.
- If you add a lot of dried fruit or use sweetened nuts, adjust the amount of sugar so it does not turn out overly sweet.
Steps
Soak the glutinous rice
Rinse the glutinous rice, pour in plenty of water, and let it soak thoroughly for about 1 hour.
I prepared 1/2 cup of dried fruit and 1 1/2 cups of boiled peanuts with the inner skins removed.
You can also use sunflower seeds, raisins, walnuts, almonds, chestnuts, or jujubes.
Once the glutinous rice has soaked thoroughly, drain it in a colander.
Make the yakbap sauce
Combine the yakbap sauce ingredients: 1 1/2 cups water, 3 tbsp regular soy sauce (jin-ganjang), 1/2 tsp salt, and 7 tbsp dark brown sugar, then mix well.
You can mix in the ground cinnamon now or add it right before cooking the rice.
If you add a lot of dried fruit or use sweetened nuts, adjust the amount of sugar so it does not turn out overly sweet.
Cook the yakbap
Pour the glutinous rice into the rice cooker pot and pour in the yakbap sauce.
Adjust the liquid level so it sits just slightly above the surface of the rice.
Add the dried fruit, nuts, and ground cinnamon, and...
Mix everything evenly, then press the regular cook button just as you would for everyday rice.
Add 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil and gently toss to combine; you can also adjust the seasoning at this point if needed.
Shape and set
Brush a container with toasted sesame oil or line the bottom with plastic wrap, then add the yakbap and press down firmly so it holds together well.
Once the heat dissipates and it holds its shape, slice it into bite-sized pieces.
Finish
This super simple yakbap is complete.
Adding freshly harvested, boiled peanuts makes it soft and nutty, while the tart dried fruit adds a refreshing bite that pairs wonderfully with the yakbap.
Let it cool, wrap individual portions, and keep them in the freezer; just warm them briefly in the microwave whenever you want to eat.
It makes a great snack, as well as a hearty meal replacement on busy mornings.
Ppunwife's tips
- When placing the glutinous rice in the cooker, adjust the liquid level so it sits just slightly above the surface of the rice.
- Let it cool, wrap individual portions, and keep them in the freezer; just warm them briefly in the microwave whenever you want to eat.
FAQ
Can I use other nuts besides peanuts?
Yes, feel free to add various nuts and dried fruits to your taste, such as walnuts, almonds, chestnuts, jujubes, or sunflower seeds.
How much liquid should I add when cooking it in an electric rice cooker?
After pouring the yakbap sauce over the soaked glutinous rice, adjust the liquid so that it sits just slightly above the top of the rice.
How should I store and serve leftover yakbap?
Let it cool completely, wrap it into convenient single-serving portions, and store in the freezer. Simply reheat briefly in the microwave whenever you want to enjoy it.
How can I reduce the sweetness?
If you are adding plenty of dried fruit or using pre-sweetened nuts, reduce the amount of sugar called for in the sauce.
