Sugar-Kissed Red Bean Mochi: A Heavenly Japanese Treat

An Mochi #1 Recipe

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🥢 Servings: 1

Description:

Straight from the pages of Hawai’i’s BEST Mochi Recipe book, graciously shared by a friend, comes this delightful An Mochi #1 recipe, a beloved Japanese treat. With just a handful of simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll soon be enjoying the deliciousness of homemade mochi.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 cups Mochiko (glutinous rice flour)
• 1 teaspoon katakuriko (potato starch)
• Koshian (smooth sweetened red bean paste)

Instructions:

1. Boil Water and Sugar:

   • In a saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved.

2. Create Mochi Dough:

   • Remove the saucepan from the stove once the sugar has dissolved. Gradually pour in the Mochiko (glutinous rice flour) while stirring vigorously to prevent lumps from forming. Continue stirring until you achieve a smooth dough-like consistency.

3. Prepare Work Surface:

   • Sprinkle katakuriko (potato starch) generously onto a clean cutting board. This will prevent the mochi from sticking.

4. Shape Mochi Wrappers:

   • Transfer the cooked mochi dough onto the cutting board. If the dough is too hot to handle, allow it to cool slightly. Then, pinch off walnut-sized pieces of dough and flatten them into 3.5-inch round wrappers.

5. Fill with Koshian:

   • Place a teaspoon or more of koshian (smooth sweetened red bean paste) in the center of each mochi wrapper.

6. Shape Mochi Balls:

   • Gather the edges of the mochi wrapper together to encase the filling, then gently shape the mochi into balls. Ensure the pinched side is facing downward to secure the shape.

7. Enjoy!

   • Your homemade An Mochi #1 is now ready to be enjoyed. Serve them as a delightful snack or dessert, and savor the sweet taste of traditional Japanese mochi.

This recipe yields deliciously sweet and chewy mochi balls that are perfect for sharing with family and friends. Experience the authentic flavors of Japan with this easy-to-make An Mochi #1 recipe.