{"id":18942,"date":"2022-01-15T11:26:18","date_gmt":"2022-01-15T11:26:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/?p=18942"},"modified":"2022-06-07T15:23:27","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T15:23:27","slug":"nian-gao","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/nian-gao\/","title":{"rendered":"Nian Gao (Chinese New Year Rice Cake, \u5e74\u7cd5)"},"content":{"rendered":"<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC \"-\/\/W3C\/\/DTD HTML 4.0 Transitional\/\/EN\" \"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/TR\/REC-html40\/loose.dtd\">\n<p><em>This quick and easy recipe takes your classic Nian Gao (Chinese New Year rice cake) to another level by adding additional ingredients for extra flavour. It tastes great either as it is or pan-fried.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/nian-gao-whole-and-fried-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"pan fried sliced Nian Gao\" class=\"wp-image-18939\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-yoast-seo-table-of-contents yoast-table-of-contents\"><h2 id=\"table-of-contents\">Table of Contents<\/h2><ul><li><a href=\"#what-is-nian-gao\">What is Nian Gao?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#why-this-recipe\">Why this recipe<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#ingredients\">Ingredients<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#cooking-procedure\">Cooking procedure<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-serve\">How to serve<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#storage-suggestions\">Storage suggestions<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#other-chinese-treats\">Other Chinese treats<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#%f0%9f%93%8b-recipe\">&#128203; Recipe<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-is-nian-gao\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">What is Nian Gao?<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Nian Gao (&#24180;&#31957;)<\/em>, also called &ldquo;<em>Nin Go<\/em>&rdquo; in Cantonese, is known worldwide as Chinese New Year Rice Cake. Traditionally, it comprises key ingredients like glutinous rice flour, regular rice flour, and brown sugar. They are mixed together and steamed to form a round, sticky and gooey cake with a caramel-like sweetness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The term <em>Nian\/&#24180;<\/em> literally translates as &ldquo;year&rdquo; while <em>Gao\/&#31957;<\/em> refers to &ldquo;cake&rdquo; which shares the same pronunciation with the character <em>&#39640;<\/em> which means &ldquo;tall&rdquo; or &ldquo;high.&rdquo; So this sweet treat is a <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/chinese-new-year-recipes\/\">must-have Chinese New Year delicacy<\/a> for many families as eating it on this special occasion symbolises prosperity and a better year ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nowadays, Nian Gao comes in different varieties depending on the region or family preference. Some variations involve <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/red-bean-paste\/\">red bean paste<\/a>, taro, purple yam, dates, and nuts. However, regardless of where they are made and how they are flavoured, the key ingredients remain the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-background\" style=\"background-color:#ecf4f2\"><strong>&#127775;&nbsp;<strong>NOTE:<\/strong> <\/strong>I also have a recipe for <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/baked-rice-cake\/\">Baked Rice Cake<\/a> which shares many similarities but even easier and quicker to prepare.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-this-recipe\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Why this recipe<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Chinese-new-year-cake-nian-gao-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A whole Chinese New Year cake\" class=\"wp-image-18940\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>I&rsquo;ve had my share of New Year rice cake, but the version I&rsquo;m sharing today is one of the best I have ever tasted. Aside from the base ingredients, it includes finely chopped Chinese dates (aka Jujube or red dates) and walnuts. The dates add a sweet flavour with a hint of tart, while the walnuts add pops of nuttiness and crunch in each bite.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another thing I like about this recipe is that it doesn&rsquo;t require lengthy steaming time (some other methods need 1-2 hours). This is because it involves using hot sugar liquid to partially cook the flour mixture and form a soft dough. It veers away from the traditional way of making a runny batter.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"ingredients\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Ingredients<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is what you need for this recipe:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/ingredients-for-nian-gao-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"ingredients for making Nian Gao\" class=\"wp-image-18931\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Glutinous rice flour<\/strong> (Nuo Mi Fen\/&#31983;&#31859;&#31881;). The most important ingredient of Nian Gao, it&rsquo;s made of finely ground glutinous rice (aka sweet white rice). It&rsquo;s characterised by its sticky, stretchy nature once cooked, thus the name. This type of flour is actually gluten-free, despite its confusing name.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Regular rice flour<\/strong> (Nian Mi Fen\/&#31896;&#31859;&#31881;). It&lsquo;s made of milled regular rice, the type we usually steam and eat with savoury dishes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dark brown sugar<\/strong>. You can also use muscovado sugar or Chinese brown rock sugar known as Bing Pian Tang (&#20912;&#29255;&#31958;).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chinese dates<\/strong>. They are the fruits of the Jujube shrub, also known as red dates or Chinese jujube. This recipe calls for dried ones which can be found in Chinese stores. They have a sweet, slightly tart taste and chewy texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Walnuts<\/strong>. You can also use peanuts or other nuts of your choice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ginger<\/strong>. It gives a zesty and peppery undertone to the Nian Gao.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Oil<\/strong>. I like coconut oil as its subtle aroma pairs very well with other ingredients in this recipe. If unavailable, replace it with other neutral-tasting cooking oil.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>&#128718; <strong>TIP:<\/strong> The recommended ratio of glutinous rice flour and regular rice flour is about 5 to 1. Please feel free to increase the latter if you prefer your Nian Gao with a firmer, less sticky texture.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Equipment required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>A heatproof container.<\/strong> I use a springform cake tin to make Nian Gao. You can also use other types of cake tins, baking trays, food storage containers, or deep plates. Although the traditional version is round-shaped, a square container works too.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>A steamer<\/strong>. If unavailable, you can improvise and make your own steaming setup using a wok\/pot and a small bowl. Check out my post on <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/sticky-rice-pumpkin-cake\/\">Pumpkin Mochi Cake<\/a> to learn how it works.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"cooking-procedure\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Cooking procedure<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepare dried ingredients<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/Soaking-walnuts-dates-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"soaking chinese dates and walnuts in water\" class=\"wp-image-18971\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Soak Chinese dates and walnuts until they&rsquo;re well rehydrated. This makes chopping much easier. Also, they tend to release more aroma during cooking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brush a thin layer of oil over the inner surface of the cake tin (or the container of your choice), and line the bottom with parchment paper.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cooking steps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Drain the Chinese dates and walnuts and remove the pits of the dates if any (Remember to keep one whole date for garnishing later). Finely chop them by hand or using a food processor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/flour-with-chopped-dates-walnuts-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"rice flour with chopped dates and walnuts.\" class=\"wp-image-18930\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Add glutinous rice flour and regular rice flour into a large mixing bowl. Put in the chopped dates and nuts. Mix until everything is well incorporated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/cooking-brown-sugar-in-water-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"cooking dark brown sugar and ginger in water.\" class=\"wp-image-18934\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>In a saucepan, add dark brown sugar, ginger, and water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and let the mixture simmer with the lid on for three minutes or so. Remove the ginger, then stir in the oil. Whisk until fully incorporated. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/pouring-sugar-water-to-flour-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Adding brown sugar syrup to glutinous rice flour\" class=\"wp-image-18933\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Pour about 90% of the hot sugar liquid over the flour mixture. Mix and lightly knead. Add the remaining liquid gradually until a soft dough forms. Depending on the evaporation loss while simmering, you may not use all the liquid, or you might need to add a little extra water. Please feel free to adjust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/nian-gao-dough-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Dough for making Nian Gao\" class=\"wp-image-18932\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Transfer the dough into your prepared cake tin\/container. Use a spatula to flatten the surface and insert a whole date into the centre of the cake.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/steaming-nian-gao-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"A raw Chinese New Year cake in a steamer.\" class=\"wp-image-18935\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Place the cake tin\/container into the steamer basket. Then, place the steamer basket on top of the wok\/pot filled with boiling water. Cover with the lid and steam for 45 minutes over medium heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>&#128718;<strong>TIPS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Remember to check the water level halfway through steaming and top up if necessary.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not oversteam your Nian Gao, or it will become dry and tough to chew. The best way to check the doneness is to poke a toothpick or chopstick through the centre of the cake. If it comes out clean, the cake is fully cooked.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-serve\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How to serve<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can enjoy Chinese New Year rice cake in two ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/sliced-chinese-new-year-cake-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Sliced Chinese New Year cake\" class=\"wp-image-18938\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Slice and eat it at room temperature. <\/strong>Slightly grease your knife before cutting to avoid sticking. Refrigeration also makes slicing easier as the cake will become firmer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/pan-frying-nian-gao-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Pan frying Nian Gao\" class=\"wp-image-18941\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Pan-fry sliced Nian Gao.<\/strong> You may fry it with just a little oil until it softens and the surface forms blisters. Alternatively, coat each slice with a layer of beaten egg then pan fry with oil. This creates an extra crispy crust.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"storage-suggestions\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Storage suggestions<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When preparing for Chinese New Year, I always make Nian Gao ahead of time. You can leave it on the counter for 1 day, or keep it in the fridge for up to 5 days. Remember to put it in an air-tight bag\/container to avoid drying out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nian Gao freezes very well too. Cut it into pieces before freezing. Defrost in the fridge then enjoy it at room temperature, or pan-fry it without defrosting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I also recommend you make several cakes at once and give them to family and friends as gifts. Nian Gao makes a wonderful present at this important festival. It&rsquo;s a great way to wish prosperity to your loved ones.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-chinese-treats\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#4d8682\" class=\"has-inline-color\">Other Chinese treats<\/mark><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking for more <a href=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/category\/dessert-snack-recipes\/\">classic Chinese treats<\/a>? 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Thank you!<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"recipe\"><\/div><div id=\"wprm-recipe-container-18951\" class=\"wprm-recipe-container\" data-recipe-id=\"18951\" data-servings=\"10\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe wprm-recipe-template-cwp-food\"><div class=\"cwp-food-header\">\n\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-image wprm-block-image-rounded nopin\"><img decoding=\"async\" style=\"border-width: 0px;border-style: solid;border-color: #666666;border-radius: 12px;\" width=\"250\" height=\"250\" src=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/whole-nian-gao-300x300.jpg\" class=\"attachment-250x250 size-250x250\" alt=\"A whole Chinese New Year cake\" srcset=\"https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/whole-nian-gao-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/whole-nian-gao-400x400.jpg 400w, https:\/\/redhousespice.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/01\/whole-nian-gao-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, 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class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>This quick and easy recipe will take your classic Nian Gao (Chinese New Year rice cake) to another level by adding additional ingredients for extra flavour.<\/strong><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-inline wprm-block-text-none\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-inline wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> 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<\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">450<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">glutinous rice flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;100 g regular rice flour\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#9634; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">100<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">g<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">regular rice flour<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;180 g dark brown sugar (or muscovado sugar, brown rock sugar)\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#9634; 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Chop the rehydrated dates (pits removed if any) and walnuts into small pieces by hand or using a food processor (remember to keep one whole date for garnishing later).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer the chopped dates and walnuts to a large mixing bowl. Add glutinous rice flour and regular rice flour. Mix well.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Cook the syrup<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Add dark brown sugar, ginger and water to a saucepan. Bring to a boil then leave to simmer (cover with a lid) over low heat for 3 minutes. Remove the ginger from the sugary water then add the oil. Whisk to fully incorporate.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Make the dough<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Pour about 90% of the hot sugar liquid over the flour mixture. Mix and lightly knead. Add the remaining liquid gradually until a soft dough forms. Depending on the evaporation loss while simmering, you may not use all the liquid, or you might need to add a little extra water. Adjust accordingly.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Steamed the cake<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Brush a thin layer of oil over the inner surface of a 20 cm (8 in) cake tin. Place a piece of baking paper at the bottom. Transfer the dough into the tin. Flatten the surface. Insert the remaining date in the middle of the cake.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bring water to a full boil in the wok\/pot which you use for steaming. Place the cake tin into the steaming basket or over a steaming rack. Cover with a lid and leave to cook over medium heat for 45 minutes (check the water level halfway through and top up if necessary).<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Serve the cake<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-4-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Let the cake cool naturally in the tin. Then gently take it out. You may slice it and eat it straight away. Or, store it in the fridge, then slice and pan fry in a little oil until both sides blister.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">Store the cake<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-5-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Put the cake in an air-tight bag\/container once completely cooled. You can leave it on the counter for 1 day (unless the room is very warm), or keep it in the fridge for up to 5 days.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-18951-step-5-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">It freezes well too. Slice it into pieces before freezing. 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