Mochi Recipe

Making the Mochi Dough

1. Start by soaking glutinous rice overnight. 2. Steam the rice until it becomes soft and sticky. 3. Pound the rice using a mortar and pestle or a rice cake machine until it forms a smooth, sticky dough. 4. Once the dough is ready, let it cool down slightly before handling.

Shaping and Filling the Mochi

1. Prepare your desired filling, commonly azuki red bean paste, but other sweet fillings like strawberry, matcha, or chocolate can be used. 2. Take a small portion of mochi dough and flatten it into a disk. 3. Place a small amount of filling in the center of the disk. 4. Carefully wrap the mochi dough around the filling and pinch to seal. Roll it into a ball.

Finishing Touches

1. Mochi can be coated with cornstarch or potato starch to prevent sticking. 2. To add more flavor and texture, mochi can also be rolled in ground nuts, sesame seeds, or coconut flakes. 3. Once shaped and coated, mochi is ready to be served. Enjoy your homemade mochi fresh for the best taste and texture.