Mochi (Japanese Rice Cakes)
Soft. Chewy. Utterly delightful.
Sweet Japanese rice cakes filled with red bean paste — the most satisfying texture you’ll ever experience.
Ingredients
- 200 g mochiko flour (glutinous rice flour)
- 80 g sugar
- 250 ml water
- 200 g red bean paste (anko)
- 100 g cornstarch (for dusting)
Chewy Little Clouds of Happiness
I became obsessed with mochi after discovering the little ice cream-filled ones at my local Asian market. Making them at home is surprisingly simple, and the fresh version has a pillowy softness that store-bought can never match. They are chewy, slightly sweet, and utterly addictive.
The Microwave Method That Actually Works
In a microwave-safe bowl, whisk together glutinous rice flour (mochiko), sugar, and water until smooth. Cover with plastic wrap and micr
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