Easy Microwave Mochi Recipe

This quick and easy microwave mochi recipe allows you to enjoy the chewy and sweet Japanese rice cake without the hassle of steaming. With just a few ingredients and a microwave, you can make this tasty treat in no time.

Ingredients

• 1 cup mochiko (sweet rice flour)
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 cup water
• potato starch or cornstarch for dusting

Directions

1. Mix mochiko, sugar, and water in a microwave-safe bowl until well combined.
2. Cover the bowl loosely with plastic wrap and microwave on high for 5 minutes.
3. Remove from microwave, stir the mixture, and microwave for another 2-3 minutes until the dough is cooked and sticky.
4. Let the mochi cool slightly before dusting a clean surface with potato starch or cornstarch.
5. Transfer the mochi dough to the surface and knead until smooth and elastic.
6. Divide the dough into small pieces and shape into balls or squares.
7. Enjoy your homemade microwave mochi immediately, or store in an airtight container for later.

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