Microwave Mochi

A microwavable form of the Japanese dessert made with sweet rice flour. More varied and interesting flavors are available as well.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Calories: 83 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cups water
• ¼ cup white sugar
• ½ cup potato starch
• 1 ½ cups mochiko (glutinous rice flour)
• 2 drops distilled white vinegar

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, mix together the mochiko, 1 cup of sugar, and water until well blended. Mix in the 2 drops of vinegar to soften. Pour into a microwave-safe dish, and loosely cover with plastic. Microwave for 8 to 10 minutes on HIGH. Remove, and let cool until cool enough to handle.

Step 2

In a small bowl, combine the potato starch, 1/4 cup sugar, and salt. Turn the mochi out onto the plastic, and cut into pieces using a plastic or wooden knife. Metal knives tend to stick too much. Roll the pieces in the potato starch mixture.