Korean Rice Cakes with Honey in 45 Min

Instructions:

1. Combine the glutinous rice flour and salt in a mixing bowl.
2. Slowly pour in the boiling water while stirring with a wooden spoon. Once a shaggy dough forms, let it cool for 2 minutes.
3. Knead the dough by hand for 5 minutes until the surface is smooth and matte, feeling pliable and non-sticky.
4. In a small saucepan over very low heat, gently warm the honey and toasted sesame seeds, stirring until fluid. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
5. Pinch off a small piece of dough (about 1 tbsp) and roll into a ball. Press a thumb into the center to create a well.
6. Spoon a small amount of the honey-sesame mixture into the center, pinch the dough shut, and smooth the seams.
7. Place cakes on parchment-lined steamer trays, leaving 1 inch of space between them, and steam.