Sweet Persimmon Rolls with Korean Rice Cakes (Hangwa)
Sweet Persimmon Rolls with Korean Rice Cakes (Hangwa)
A Festive Hangwa Persimmon Roll Salad Perfect for Holiday Gatherings
Experience a unique holiday treat with this Hangwa Persimmon Roll Salad! Soft, chewy dried persimmons are rolled around sweet, traditional Korean rice cakes (Hangwa) and served alongside fresh baby greens. While typically filled with cheese or nuts, stuffing persimmons with Hangwa offers a delightful and unexpected twist. This recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare, making it an excellent option for impressing guests during festive occasions. Enjoy this visually appealing and delicious salad that perfectly balances sweet and chewy textures.
Ingredients- Hangwa (Korean rice cake) 3 pieces
- Dried persimmons 3 pieces
- Pine nuts about 20
- Baby greens 1 handful (approx. 30g)
- Balsamic glaze to taste
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients for the recipe. Ensure the dried persimmons are soft and pliable for easy rolling.
Step 2
Carefully remove the hard stem from each dried persimmon using scissors. Make a lengthwise cut about halfway through the persimmon, starting from the bottom and going towards the stem, so it can be flattened. Place one piece of Hangwa at the wider end of the opened persimmon.
Step 3
Gently roll the persimmon up from the bottom, enclosing the Hangwa. This creates the unique Hangwa Persimmon Roll, combining the chewy texture of persimmon with the sweetness of the Hangwa.
Step 4
Slice the rolled Hangwa Persimmon Rolls into bite-sized pieces, about 2-3 cm thick. Use a sharp knife and cut carefully to maintain the shape.
Step 5
These sliced rolls are delicious on their own as a chewy and sweet snack!
Step 6
Arrange the sliced Hangwa Persimmon Rolls around the edge of a serving plate. Fill the center with a generous portion of fresh baby greens and sprinkle with pine nuts. Finally, drizzle with balsamic glaze for a beautiful presentation. This creates a visually stunning and flavorful Hangwa Persimmon Roll Salad, perfect for adding a special touch to your holiday table.
