Anko Mochi

Are you craving a sweet treat? Make this delicious Anko Mochi, the traditional Japanese dessert many people enjoy. With this simple recipe, you can make it right away.

Indulge in a taste of Japan with Anko mochi - the classic Japanese sweet treat! This delicious combination of soft, chewy rice cake and aromatic anko paste will satisfy your cravings.

Learn how to craft this tasty traditional dessert!

This recipe is for you if:
• You love Japanese rice cakes.
• You want to make mochi recipes.
• You are looking for anko mochi recipe.

Let me walk you through the ingredients and the instructions. If you want to check the recipe, jump to the recipe. Let's get started!

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• About this recipe
• What is Anko Mochi?
• 📋 Ingredients
• Where to buy Japanese ingredients
• 🔪Instructions
• Various Ways To Cook Mochi
• How to eat it
• Mochi Dessert Variations
• Thanks For Stopping By
• 📖 Recipe

About this recipe

• Japanese mochi recipe
• Chewy and sweet treat
• Only three ingredients
• Ready in under 10 minutes.

What is Anko Mochi?

Anko mochi is Japanese confectionery made from mochi (sticky rice cake) and anko (red bean paste). Combining sweet anko and soft, chewy mochi creates a delicious and satisfying treat that people enjoy anytime.

There is some variation in how anko mochi is made and referred to in different regions of Japan. In some areas, anko is filled inside the mochi, while in others, the anko is wrapped around or on top of the mochi (like this recipe). Regardless of the specific preparation, anko mochi remains a popular and traditional treat in Japan.

📋 Ingredients

Here are the ingredients (amounts are in the recipe card below).

• Mochi - Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice. I use store-bought kiri mochi in this recipe.
• Anko - Sweet red bean paste made from azuki beans. Essential ingredients for Japanese pastry.

See more details for each in the following.

Mochi

Mochi is a traditional Japanese food made from glutinous rice with a gooey and chewy texture. The mochi itself is not sweetened, which makes it a versatile ingredient that can be used in both sweet and savory dishes.

Kiri mochi is a type of mochi pre-cut into rectangular shapes; it's dried, hard like bar soap, and comes in individual packages. It's convenient and easy to portion out and use in various recipes.

If you are trying a mochi recipe for the first time, I highly recommend kiri mochi. This Sato no kiri mochi is a famous brand and is pre-cut with a slit, which makes it easier to break apart by hand and cook evenly.

*Mochi should be enjoyed with caution as a potential choking hazard, especially for the elderly and small children. Cut the mochi into small pieces and chew very well when eating.

Anko

Anko is a sweet paste made from small azuki beans (reddish-brown beans). Japanese cuisine often uses anko as a filling for sweets and confections, such as daifuku mochi, dorayaki, and manjū. It is also widely enjoyed in other East Asian cuisines.

The anko paste is made by boiling the azuki beans until they are soft, then sweetening them with sugar. The resulting paste is sweet with a slightly grainy texture due to the mashed beans.

Where to buy Japanese ingredients

If you live in the US, you can find Japanese ingredients in the list below.

• Japanese grocery stores: Mitsuwa marketplace, Marukai
• Asian grocery stores
• Whole foods market
• Health food stores
• Online stores: Instacart, Walmart, Amazon

🔪Instructions

Let me show you how to make it! Click here to watch the recipe video.

1. Prepare anko sauce by mixing anko paste and water.
2. Cut kiri mochi into half and cook over medium heat.
3. Flip the mochi pieces over and cook the other side.
4. Place the mochi pieces on a plate and put anko sauce over them.

Serve immediately! If mochi is left out for too long, it can become dry and lose its soft texture.

Various Ways To Cook Mochi

A nonstick pan is a convenient way to cook mochi, but there are several other methods to grill or cook mochi, such as:

1. Grill - Grilling the mochi on a barbecue or stovetop grill pan is a traditional method. The mochi can be placed on the grill and cooked until it becomes crispy and golden brown.
2. Oven - The mochi can be baked in the oven by placing it on a baking sheet and baking it until it is golden brown and crispy. This method is excellent if you want to make a large batch of mochi.
3. Toaster oven - A toaster oven is a quick and easy way to cook small batches of mochi. Simply place the mochi in the toaster oven and cook until it is crispy and golden brown.
4. Microwave - The mochi can also be cooked in the microwave by placing it on a plate with a little water and microwaving it until it becomes soft. The mochi texture is different, but this method is time-saving as it takes only a few minutes and requires minimal effort.

How to eat it

Eating anko mochi in small bites and savoring each bite slowly is the best way to appreciate its unique texture and flavor fully. This allows you to experience the soft and chewy texture of the mochi and the sweet and smooth anko paste.

Whether you choose a fork, chopsticks, or your fingers, take the time to enjoy it mindfully!

Mochi Dessert Variations

Check out these soft and chewy treats if you are ready to dive into mochi!

• Daifuku mochi - is filled with sweet red bean paste.
• Mochi ice cream - is filled with creamy ice cream.
• Warabi mochi - has a jelly-like texture topped with kinako and drizzled with kuromitsu (black honey).

Thanks For Stopping By

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Chef JA Cooks is a Japanese food blog that shares simple and healthy Japanese home cooking recipes, including vegan and vegetarian. From traditional Japanese recipes to modern recipes with step-by-step instructions.

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