Miyagi Zunda Mochi Magic

Miyagi Zunda Mochi is a traditional Japanese sweet made from mochi (glutinous rice cake) and sweet edamame paste. This recipe adds a magical twist to the classic by infusing it with the flavors of Miyagi prefecture in Japan.

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Miyagi Zunda Mochi Magic

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups mochiko (glutinous rice flour)
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 1/4 cups water
  • 1 cup edamame (shelled)
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup kinako (roasted soybean flour)

Instructions

  1. In a microwave-safe bowl, mix mochiko, sugar, and water. Microwave for 3 minutes, then stir. Microwave for an additional 2 minutes until the mixture becomes translucent.
  2. Divide the mochi dough into 12 equal portions and shape them into small balls. Set aside.
  3. In a food processor, blend edamame, sugar, and salt until smooth to make the zunda paste.
  4. Divide the zunda paste into 12 portions and flatten each portion into a disc shape.
  5. Wrap each mochi ball with a disc of zunda paste, covering it completely.
  6. Roll the zunda-covered mochi balls in kinako until evenly coated.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
3g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Microwave-safe bowl Food processor

Tools

Microwave Food processor

Serving suggestions

Serve the Miyagi Zunda Mochi with a cup of hot green tea for a delightful Japanese snack or dessert.

Tips & tricks

For a fun variation, try adding a sprinkle of black sesame seeds on top of the kinako coating for extra flavor and visual appeal.

Cost

$10