What does nian gao symbolize?

What does nian gao symbolize?

Nian gao, or ‘year cake’, is a sticky rice cake which represents prosperity; the words ‘nian gao’ sounds like ‘getting higher year on year’, and this symbolises raising oneself taller in each coming year.

Why do we eat nian gao?

Nian gao, (Chinese: 年糕; pinyin: nián’gāo) Sticky (Rice) cake, Chinese new year’s cake. It is considered good luck to eat nian gao because it has the symbolism of increasing prosperity every year.

How do you make CNY pudding?

Method:

1. Cut the pudding into ¾-inch cubes.
2. Line a microwaveable dish with baking paper.
3. Heat the cubed pudding, covered, for 5–10 seconds on high.
4. Reheat the prepackaged sweet soup as per instructions (or make your own).
5. Add the pudding to the sweet soup and enjoy.

What is Gau Chinese?

But for good luck, the most popular food is a traditional Chinese steamed pudding called gau. This sweet, sticky rice pudding is made out of brown sugar and glutinous rice flour, often wrapped in ti leaves and steamed for hours. These days, it’s sometimes microwaved. It’s sticky, like family bonds are supposed to be.

Can moldy nian gao be eaten?

It is then fried in an egg batter. The soft gooey texture of heated up nian gao goes with the taro and sweet potato. Nian gao is also used for the altar for prayers during Chinese Festival time. It is so the nian gao can be left outside and if it goes moldy or bad don’t eat it.

Why is nian gao moldy?

When nian gao is not properly dried and immediately kept refrigerated, moisture would appear and this encourages mold growth.