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Mochi

Soft, chewy Japanese mochi filled with sweet red bean paste. Made with glutinous rice flour and steamed until pillowy and stretchy.

SnackJapaneseMedium

15 min

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Total

12

Servings

Medium

Difficulty

Ingredients

Instructions

1

Portion the red bean paste into 12 small balls (about 1 tablespoon each). Place on a plate and freeze for 15 minutes so they're easier to wrap.

2

Mix rice flour, sugar, and water in a microwave-safe bowl until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 2 minutes. Stir, then microwave 1 more minute until the dough is translucent and sticky.

Tip: The dough should look translucent and glossy, not white and chalky. If it's still opaque, give it another 30 seconds.

3

Dust a work surface generously with cornstarch. Turn out the hot mochi dough and dust the top. Divide into 12 pieces using a bench scraper or scissors dusted with starch.

4

Flatten each piece into a circle, place a frozen bean paste ball in the center, and pinch the edges closed. Roll smooth and dust with more starch. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition per Serving

90kcal

Calories

2g

Protein

20g

Carbs

0g

Fat

1g

Fiber

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