Yak Kwa (Korean Ginger Cookies)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 1
Yak Kwa - Delicious Korean Ginger Cookies
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Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1/8 teaspoon salt
1 gingerroot , peeled
2 tablespoons water
2 cups flour , plus more for dusting
1/8 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons sesame oil
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons rice wine or 2 tablespoons sake
2 tablespoons water
oil , for frying
cinnamon ( for serving )
pine nuts , crushed ( for serving )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
20
Calories
100
Sugar
7g
Fat
3g
Yak Kwa are traditional Korean ginger cookies that are usually made during holidays and special occasions. They are sweet, crunchy, and slightly chewy. Yak Kwa is a must-try recipe for anyone who loves cookies and ginger. These cookies can be stored in an airtight container for several days, making them a great snack or dessert.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan, mix together sugar, honey, salt, gingerroot, and water. Heat over low heat and stir until the sugar dissolves.
2.Remove from heat and let the mixture cool.
3.In a mixing bowl, combine flour, salt, sesame oil, honey, rice wine or sake, and water. Knead well and let it rest for about 15 minutes.
4.Roll the dough out onto a floured surface until it's about 1/4 inch thick.
5.Use a cookie cutter or knife to cut the dough into desired shapes.
6.Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Fry the cookies until they are golden brown on both sides.
7.Remove from the pan and let them cool on a wire rack.
8.Sprinkle cinnamon and crushed pine nuts on top as desired.

PROS

Yak Kwa is a tasty and crispy cookie that is perfect with a cup of tea or coffee.

It is a traditional Korean recipe that is easy to make and will impress your guests.

CONS

These cookies are fried, which makes them high in calories and fat.
As with any sweet, it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Ginger is full of anti-inflammatory agents that have been linked to easing joint pain and helping with digestion.
It has also been said to help with nausea and vomiting associated with pregnancy and chemotherapy.

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