Matcha Mochi
Chewy, vibrantly green mochi flavored with earthy matcha and optionally filled with sweet red bean paste; lightly dusted and pan-seared for a delicate exterior and pillowy interior. The recipe balances a simple steamed mochi base with a hands-on shaping step that yields restaurant-worthy texture at home.
1 ¼ cup mochiko, sweet rice flour
⅔ cup sugar
2 tbsp matcha powder
¼ tsp salt
1 cup water
1 tbsp vegetable oil
½ cup cornstarch, for dusting
8 oz sweet red bean paste, optional filling
1 tbsp powdered sugar, optional, for dusting
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)
Nutritional information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate.
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