Aromatic Mugwort Cake (Ssukbeomuri) with Almond Flour
Aromatic Mugwort Cake (Ssukbeomuri) with Almond Flour
Experience the essence of spring with this fragrant Mugwort Cake recipe, enhanced with the delightful touch of almond flour.
Elevate your traditional Ssukbeomuri by incorporating almond flour for a wonderfully tender texture and a rich, nutty flavor. This recipe combines the delicate, earthy notes of fresh mugwort with the wholesome goodness of almond, creating a healthy and delicious snack that appeals to all ages.
Mugwort Cake Ingredients- 100g fresh mugwort (cleaned and trimmed)
- 50g almond flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing the star ingredient: fresh mugwort. If you have freshly picked mugwort, carefully remove any tough stems and wilted leaves, selecting only the tender, green parts. Rinse the mugwort thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or debris, then gently shake off excess water.
Step 2
In a mixing bowl, combine the almond flour and salt. Use a spoon or whisk to blend them together evenly. Ensure the almond flour is well-aerated and free of lumps for a smooth coating.
Step 3
Add the cleaned and drained mugwort to the bowl with the almond flour mixture. Gently toss the ingredients together using your fingertips, ensuring each strand of mugwort is lightly coated with the almond flour and salt. Handle the mugwort carefully to avoid crushing it.
Step 4
Prepare your steamer. Arrange the almond flour-coated mugwort in the steamer basket. It’s best to spread it out evenly so that it steams uniformly and doesn’t stick to the bottom of the basket.
Step 5
Steam the mugwort cake to perfection. Bring water to a boil in your steamer. Once it’s generating a good amount of steam, carefully place the steamer basket with the mugwort on top. Steam for exactly 5 minutes from the moment the steam starts rising. Over-steaming can diminish the fresh aroma of the mugwort, so keep a close eye on the time. After 5 minutes, your beautifully steamed, aromatic, and tender mugwort cake is ready to enjoy!
