Japanese Green Tea Mochi with Red Bean Center
Enjoy a traditional Japanese dessert that pairs the earthy flavor of matcha with a sweet, creamy red bean filling.
Preparation
Get these tasks done before you start cooking.
Preparing the Red Bean Filling
- 1
Combine Ingredients
Mix the sweet red bean paste with powdered sugar until well combined.
- 2
Portion the Filling
Divide the paste into 12 equal portions and roll them into balls.
- 3
Chill
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and refrigerate.
Preparing the Mochi Dough
- 1
Mix Ingredients
Whisk together glutinous rice flour, water, sugar, and sifted matcha powder until smooth.
Tip: Sift the matcha powder to ensure a smooth and vibrant green mochi dough.
- 2
First Microwave
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap, leaving a small opening for steam, and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
Tip: Be careful when handling hot mochi dough to avoid burns.
- 3
Second Microwave
Stir the dough, re-cover, and microwave for another minute until it becomes translucent.
How to Make Japanese Green Tea Mochi with Red Bean Center
Total time: 2 h · Yields 4 servings
- 1
Shaping the Mochi
Allow the dough to cool slightly, then dust a work surface with starch and knead the dough lightly.
- 2
Filling the Mochi
Flatten each portion of dough into a disc, then place a red bean filling ball in the center. Gently wrap the dough around the filling, pinching edges to seal.
- 3
Final Coating
Roll each mochi ball in the extra starch to prevent sticking.
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