Ingredients
- 1 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour)
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- Cornstarch for dusting
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, mix mochiko, water, and sugar until smooth.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 5 minutes, pausing to stir every 2 minutes.
- Let the mochi cool for a few minutes, then dust a work surface with cornstarch.
- Transfer the mochi to the work surface and knead it until smooth.
- Divide the mochi into small pieces and shape them as desired.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 5 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 5 minutes
- Total time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking method
- Microwave
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 100 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 25g
- Protein
- 1g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Microwave-safe bowl Plastic wrap
Tools
Measuring cups Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the mochi with a dusting of cornstarch or fill with sweet red bean paste for a traditional treat.
Tips & tricks
Be careful when handling the hot mochi, as it can be sticky and hot.
Cost
$5