Best Easy Taro Cake Pan Fried Recipe

Crispy pan-fried taro cake with aromatic dried shrimp and mushroom is a savory breakfast treat. A protein-rich, family-friendly dim sum classic.

Cook 75 min Difficulty NORMAL 270 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • taro root 1.5 lbs
  • rice flour 1.5 cups
  • water 2.25 cups
  • dried shrimp 2 tbsp
  • shiitake mushrooms 4 pieces
  • Chinese sausage 2 oz
  • scallion 2 tbsp
Seasonings/Sauce
  • soy sauce 1.5 tbsp
  • sugar 1 tsp
  • white pepper 0.5 tsp
  • salt 0.5 tsp
  • sesame oil 1 tsp
  • neutral oil 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 36 g 53%
Protein 8 g 12%
Fat 10 g 35%
Serving size 160g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Peel and cut taro root into 1/2-inch cubes. Steam taro in a steamer over high heat for 20 minutes until just tender; avoid over-steaming.

  2. 2

    Soak dried shrimp and mushrooms in warm water separately for 20 minutes. Mince shrimp; squeeze and finely dice mushrooms. Dice Chinese sausage into small pieces.

  3. 3

    Heat 1 tbsp neutral oil in a pan over medium heat. Add sausage, shrimp, and mushrooms; sauté for 2-3 minutes until aromatic. Stir in half the scallions, then set aside.

  4. 4

    In a large bowl, whisk rice flour, water, soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, salt, and sesame oil to make a smooth batter. Gently fold in steamed taro and sautéed mixture.

  5. 5

    Pour mixture into a greased 8-inch square pan. Tap pan to remove large air bubbles. Steam over high heat for 50–60 minutes until set. Remove and cool completely before handling.

  6. 6

    Once cooled, cut cake into 3/4-inch slices. Heat remaining neutral oil in a nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and pan-fry each side 2–3 minutes until crispy golden. Top with remaining scallions to serve.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The defining ingredient is taro root, which gives the cake its uniquely creamy interior, subtle nutty flavor, and classic traditional texture. Aromatic dried shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, and Chinese sausage provide layers of umami that set this dim sum favorite apart.
Q. How do you get a crispy crust without drying out the cake?
Crispiness is achieved by pan-frying cooled, sliced taro cake in a hot nonstick skillet with a little neutral oil for 2–3 minutes per side. The key is cooling the cake after steaming so that it holds moisture inside while forming a golden, crunchy crust during frying.
Q. What's the best way to avoid overcooking the taro?
Steam the taro cubes for exactly 20 minutes over high heat, just until they’re fork-tender. Overcooking will make them mushy and affect the cake’s final structure. After the full cake is steamed, let it rest and cool to firm up before slicing.
Q. How many calories and macronutrients are in one serving?
Each 160g serving contains about 270 kcal, with 36g carbohydrates (53%), 8g protein (12%), and 10g fat (35%)—making it a balanced, protein-rich option for breakfast or snack.
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