Japanese PanFried Rice Cakes Recipe from www.thespruceeats.com
Description
Mochi, also known as Japanese rice cake, is a traditional Japanese dessert made from sweet glutinous rice. It is a soft and chewy treat that has a subtle sweetness and can be enjoyed on its own or as a part of other desserts. Making mochi at home can seem intimidating, but it is actually quite simple with the right ingredients and equipment.
Prep Time
The prep time for this recipe is around 30 minutes.
Cook Time
The cook time for this recipe is around 1 hour.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need are: - 2 cups of sweet glutinous rice - 2 cups of water - 1/2 cup of sugar - Cornstarch or potato starch for dusting
Equipment
The equipment you will need are: - Rice cooker or pot - Wooden spoon or spatula - Mixing bowl - Microwave safe bowl - Plastic wrap
Method
1. Rinse the sweet glutinous rice in cold water until the water runs clear. 2. Add the rice and water to the rice cooker or pot and cook according to the instructions until the rice is cooked. 3. In a mixing bowl, add the sugar to the cooked rice and mix well until the sugar is dissolved. 4. Line a microwave-safe bowl with plastic wrap and dust with cornstarch or potato starch. 5. Add half of the rice mixture to the bowl and cover with plastic wrap. 6. Microwave on high for 1 minute. 7. Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the rice mixture with a wooden spoon or spatula. 8. Repeat steps 5-7 with the remaining rice mixture. 9. When the mixture is cool enough to handle, dust a clean surface with cornstarch or potato starch. 10. Transfer the mochi to the dusted surface and knead until it becomes smooth and shiny. 11. Divide the mochi into smaller pieces and shape them into balls or rectangles.
Notes
- Be careful when handling the hot mochi mixture as it can be very sticky. - The mochi can be filled with sweet fillings such as red bean paste or fruit.
Nutrition Info
This recipe makes around 12 servings. Each serving contains: - Calories: 180 - Fat: 0g - Carbohydrates: 44g - Protein: 2g - Sodium: 0mg - Fiber: 1g - Sugar: 10g
Recipe Tips
- It is important to use sweet glutinous rice for this recipe as regular rice will not give the same texture. - Dust the surface and tools with cornstarch or potato starch to prevent the mochi from sticking. - Store leftover mochi in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, microwave for 10 seconds at a time until soft.
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