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    Yaki Mochi With Sweet Soy Sauce

    Mar 4, 2023 by JURI · This post may contain affiliate links

    5 from 1 vote
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    Are you craving a simple and tasty mochi snack? Try Yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce - a crispy and delicious rice cake treat that's easy to make. Learn how to prepare it!

    yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce.

    Yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce is a tasty and easy way to enjoy chewy mochi. Simply grill the mochi rice cakes, dip them in the savory sauce, and savor the deliciousness of yaki mochi. This is perfect for a quick and satisfying treat!

      This recipe is for you if:
    • You love Japanese rice cakes.
    • You want to make mochi recipes.
    • You are looking for simple yaki 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 Yaki Mochi?
    • 📋 Ingredients
    • Where to buy Japanese ingredients
    • 🔪Instructions
    • How to eat it
    • Various Ways To Cook Mochi
    • More Mochi Recipes
    • Thanks For Stopping By
    • 📖 Recipe
    • Yaki Mochi with Sweet Soy Sauce

    About this recipe

    • Japanese mochi recipe
    • Chewy and savory snack
    • Easy steps with a few ingredients
    • Ready in under 10 minutes

    What is Yaki Mochi?

    yaki mochi illustration.

    Yaki mochi is made by grilling or pan-frying mochi (rice cake), which results in a delightful texture and a slightly charred flavor.

    While there are various ways to savor yaki mochi, dipping it into sweetened soy sauce (this recipe) is the most popular and straightforward method. The sauce's sweetness and savoriness complement the chewy and crispy mochi perfectly.

    Find more yaki mochi recipes below!

    Yaki Mochi (Grilled Rice Cake)
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    Learn how to cook Yaki mochi - a crispy and delicious Japanese snack! This easy recipe and seven ways to enjoy it will satisfy your cravings!
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    📋 Ingredients

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

    ingredients for yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce.
    • Mochi - Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice. I use store-bought kiri mochi in this recipe. See more details below.
    • Soy sauce - is a liquid condiment made from soybeans, wheat, salt, and water. It is a fundamental ingredient in Japanese cooking, which add umami flavor to various dishes.
    • Sugar - You can use your preferred type of sweetener or honey.

    Mochi

    kiri mochi

    Mochi is a traditional Japanese food made from glutinous rice with a gooey and chewy texture. The plain mochi 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.

    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.

    Instructions for yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce.
    1. Cut kiri mochi into half or smaller pieces and cook on a nonstick pan over medium heat.
    2. Flip the mochi pieces over and cook the other side.
    3. Make a dipping sauce by blending soy sauce and sugar.
    yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce.

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

    How to eat it

    how to eat yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce.

    You can tear the mochi into bite-sized pieces and dip them into the sauce. Or drizzle the sauce over the mochi before taking a bite. You will enjoy the combination of flavors and textures either way!

    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 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.

    More Mochi Recipes

    Check out these popular mochi recipes if you are ready to dive into mochi!

    • Daifuku mochi - is made of chewy rice cake filled with sweet and flavorful red bean paste.
    • Strawberry daifuku - Daifuku mochi filled with a strawberry.
    • Mochi ice cream - is made of small, round balls of ice cream wrapped in a layer of mochi.

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    Thank you for taking the time to read my blog♡ If you've tried this recipe (or any other recipe on the blog), please give it a star rating below!

    Also, feel free to leave comments if you have any questions. I love hearing from you!

    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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    📖 Recipe

    yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce.

    Yaki Mochi with Sweet Soy Sauce

    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep: 1 minute
    Cook: 7 minutes
    Total: 8 minutes
    Servings: 2 servings
    Author: JURI
    Are you craving a simple and tasty mochi snack? Try Yaki mochi with sweet soy sauce - a crispy and delicious rice cake treat that's easy to make. Learn how to prepare it!

    Equipment

    • 1 Nonstick pan
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    Ingredients
      

    • 3 pcs Kiri mochi, 150g
    • 1 tablespoon Soy sauce
    • ½ tablespoon Sugar, or any sweetner

    Instructions

    • Cut kiri mochi into half.
    • Heat a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Place the mochi pieces onto the pan and cook for 3 minutes or until slightly golden brown.
    • Flip the mochi pieces over to cook the other side for 3 minutes and make sure the inside is soft.
    • Make a dipping sauce by blending soy sauce and sugar and serve with the mochi.

    Video

    Notes

    • 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.
    • Serve immediately. If mochi is left out for too long, it can become dry and lose its soft texture.
    • You can use a grill pan, toaster oven, regular oven, or microwave for cooking mochi. See "Various Ways To Cook Mochi" for more information.
    • Add more or less sugar to adjust the sauce's sweetness to your liking.
       

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 168kcal
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Japanese
    Keyword: mochi, rice cake, soy sauce
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