Description
Indulge in the delightful sweetness of homemade Strawberry Mochi, a traditional Japanese dessert featuring fresh strawberries encased in chewy mochi dough.
Ingredients
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Mochi Dough:
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup water
For Assembly:
- 6 fresh strawberries, hulled
- 6 small pieces of sweet red bean paste (anko) or white bean paste
- Red food coloring (optional)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Strawberries: Wash and hull strawberries, then pat dry. Wrap each strawberry in a thin layer of red bean paste, covering completely, and set aside.
- Make Mochi Dough: In a microwave-safe bowl, mix glutinous rice flour, sugar, and water until smooth. Add a drop of red food coloring if desired. Microwave in increments, stirring in between, until the dough is translucent and sticky.
- Shape Mochi: Dust a clean surface with cornstarch, transfer the mochi dough, and divide into 6 equal portions. Flatten each piece, place a strawberry in the center, and seal the mochi around it. Roll in cornstarch to prevent sticking.
- Serve: Enjoy your Strawberry Mochi fresh within a few hours of making.
Notes
- For best texture, enjoy within a few hours of making.
- You can substitute white bean paste for a lighter flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
