Mochi (Rice Cake)

Discover the delightful chewiness of Japanese Mochi! Made from glutinous rice, these versatile rice cakes are perfect for sweet or savory creations. A must-try for dessert lovers!

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Step 1

To begin, preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F) if you are using the baking method. Alternatively, prepare a steamer for traditional steaming. In a large bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour and water. Stir the mixture until smooth, ensuring no lumps remain.

Step 2

If making sweet mochi, gradually add the sugar to the rice flour mixture and continue stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved. Adjust sweetness according to preference. For savoury or plain mochi, skip this step.

Step 3

For the baking method, transfer the mochi mixture into a greased oven-safe dish. If steaming, pour the mixture into a heatproof dish that fits into your steamer. Cover the dish tightly with foil to prevent excess moisture from dripping into the batter.

Step 4

If using an oven, bake the mochi mixture for 25-30 minutes until it becomes firm and slightly translucent. For steaming, place the dish in the steamer and steam for 20-25 minutes until the mixture sets and becomes smooth.

Step 5

Once cooked, carefully remove the dish from the oven or steamer. Allow the mochi to cool for 5-10 minutes so it is easier to handle. The texture should be stretchy and sticky but manageable.

Step 6

Dust your work surface and hands generously with corn starch or potato starch to prevent sticking. Using a spatula, scoop the cooked mochi onto the dusted surface.

Step 7

Cut the mochi into small, bite sized pieces. You can roll the pieces into balls or leave them in their traditional square shape. For added flavour, you can fill the mochi with red bean paste, sweetened fruit, or any other fillings of your choice.

Step 8

Serve the mochi immediately while fresh and soft. To enhance the experience, dust the pieces lightly with additional starch and pair with green tea. Mochi can be enjoyed plain or with fillings, and it's best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to a day.

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