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| Type | Tteok |
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| Place of origin | Korea |
| Main ingredients | Rice flour, sugar, salt |
Baekseolgi (Korean: 백설기) is a kind of rice cake (tteok) made of rice flour dough. It is originated in Korea and a prime part of Korean culture. A Baekseolgi contains rice flour, sugar, and salt. It is usually eaten on the special occasions among Korean people, such as the 100th day of an infant after birth. The cakes are colored white, a colour that symbolizes purity and holiness. The cakes are shared with neighbors or friends on the 100th day (baegil), but not on samchiril (the 21st day).
See also
References
- An Illustrated Guide to Korean Culture - 233 traditional key words. Seoul: Hakgojae Publishing Co. 2002. pp. 75. ISBN 978-89-8584-698-1.
- (in English) Samch'il-Il, lifeinkorea. Retrieved June 4, 2010.