Shanghai Stir-Fried Rice Cakes Chao Nian Gao is a popular and delicious Chinese dish featuring tender rice cakes stir-fried with meat, vegetables, and a savory sauce. It's a comforting and satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients: 400g Shanghai rice cakes Nian Gao. 200g Napa cabbage, sliced. 150g sliced pork or beef. 2 cloves garlic, minced. 2 tablespoons vegetable oil. 2 tablespoons soy sauce. 1 tablespoon oyster sauce. 1 teaspoon sugar. 1/2 teaspoon white pepper. 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth. 2 green onions, chopped. Sesame oil for drizzling. Salt to taste.
Instructions: To soften, soak the Shanghai rice cakes Nian Gao in warm water for approximately half an hour. After draining, set aside. Combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and white pepper in a small bowl. Put aside. Over high heat, preheat a wok or large skillet. Add the minced garlic and vegetable oil. Stir-fry briefly to release the aroma. Stir-fry the beef or pork slices until they turn brown and are no longer pink. Stir-fry the sliced Napa cabbage for two to three minutes, or until it wilts. Before they start to turn golden, add the soaked Shanghai rice cakes Nian Gao to the wok and stir-fry for about three minutes. Pour in the vegetable or chicken broth along with the soy sauce mixture. Stir-fry the rice cakes for an additional three to four minutes, or until they absorb the sauce and soften. If necessary, add more salt to the seasoning after tasting it. Add the chopped green onions and continue cooking for a minute more. For extra taste, drizzle a little sesame oil over it. Enjoy your Shanghai Stir-Fried Rice Cakes while they're hot!