=Mochi

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Ingredients

• 6 fresh strawberries (washed & dried completely)
• 6 tbsp sweet red bean paste (anko)
• 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2/3 cup water
• Cornstarch or potato starch (for dusting)

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Instructions

1. Prep the Strawberries

• Remove stems.
• Pat dry (very important or mochi will get soggy).
• Wrap each strawberry with 1 tbsp red bean paste.
  • Make a small ball covering the berry and set aside.

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2. Make the Mochi Dough

• In a microwave-safe bowl, mix:
  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2/3 cup water
• Mix into a smooth batter.

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3. Cook the Mochi

Microwave method:

• Microwave 1 minute → stir.
• Microwave again 1 minute → stir.
• Microwave 30–45 seconds until thick, sticky, and glossy.

Stovetop method:

• Cook on low heat while stirring until it becomes thick and stretchy.

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4. Shape the Mochi

1. Dust a tray with starch.
2. Carefully place the hot mochi dough onto the tray.
3. Dust your hands with starch and divide dough into 6 pieces.
4. Flatten each piece into a circle.
5. Place a strawberry (tip facing down).
6. Stretch the mochi over the berry and pinch to seal.

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5. Serve

• Let them cool 5–10 minutes.
• Enjoy fresh! (Best eaten same day.)

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