Mochi Recipe
Make Mochi Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Coating and Fillings
Method
Mochi Dough
- 1
- 2
Cook the mochi base
Microwave the mixture on high for 1 minute, stir. Continue microwaving in 30-second bursts, stirring between, until the dough becomes glossy and translucent (about 2–3 minutes total).
Shaping and Filling
- 3
Prepare surface and dough
Dust a clean work surface with 1/4 cup cornstarch and set a sheet of parchment nearby.
- 4
Divide and fill (optional)
Divide the mochi dough into 8 equal pieces. If using filling, flatten each piece into a disk, place about 1 teaspoon of red bean paste in the center, and wrap dough around to seal.
- 5
Shape mochi
Gently roll each dough ball between your palms to form smooth, round mochis.
Coating and Storage
- 6
Coat
Roll each mochi in kinako powder for flavor and color, or keep plain and just dust with additional cornstarch.
- 7
Serve or store
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container with a thin layer of parchment between layers for up to 2 days.
