Enjoy a simple and mouthwatering dish with this traditional Japanese recipe for Broiled Mochi with Nori Seaweed. Made with glutinous rice flour, this chewy and crispy treat is seasoned with soy sauce and topped with savory nori seaweed. Perfect as a snack or appetizer, this dish is sure to impress both family and friends. Try it today and experience the goodness of Japanese cuisine!
Ingredients
- 1 cup glutinous rice flour
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 4 sheets of nori seaweed, cut into strips
Directions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, mix the glutinous rice flour and water until well combined.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 2 minutes.
- Remove the bowl from the microwave and stir the mixture. It should have a sticky consistency.
- Divide the mixture into small portions and shape each portion into a flat round shape, about 2 inches in diameter.
- Preheat the broiler in your oven.
- Brush each mochi round with soy sauce on both sides.
- Place the mochi rounds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Broil the mochi in the oven for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the mochi from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Place a strip of nori seaweed on top of each broiled mochi round.
- Serve the broiled mochi with nori seaweed immediately and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Mochi is a traditional Japanese rice cake made from glutinous rice.
Nori seaweed is a popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine, known for its umami flavor and health benefits.
Broiling the mochi gives it a crispy texture and enhances its natural flavors.