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Pan-Fried Red Bean Mochi

These pan-fried red bean mochis are the perfect combination of crispy and chewy. Filled with sweet red bean paste and coated in toasted sesame seeds, they're a simple yet delicious treat that's perfect for any time of day.
Course Breakfast
Cuisine Chinese
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Servings 3
Calories 395kcal

Ingredients

  • 150 g glutinous rice flour
  • 25 g all-purpose flour
  • 200 ml boiling water
  • 200 g red bean paste
  • Roasted sesame seeds as needed
  • Cooking oil as needed

Instructions

Prepare the dough:

  • In a large bowl, mix 150g glutinous rice flour and 25g all-purpose flour. Stir well to combine. Gradually add 200ml boiling water while stirring quickly with chopsticks.
  • Continue stirring until the mixture forms a fluffy texture. Be sure to pour the boiling water slowly to ensure even heat distribution. Once the mixture cools slightly, knead it with your hands to form a smooth dough.

Prepare the filling:

  • Sprinkle some dry flour onto the work surface to prevent sticking. Take the red bean paste and roll it into a long log of even thickness.
  • Cut the log into 7 equal pieces, about 2-3cm in diameter. Roll each piece into a small ball and set them aside.

Shape the mochi:

  • Dust your work surface with dry flour again and knead the dough slightly. Roll it into a log and cut it into 7 equal pieces.
  • Take a small portion of dough and press it into a small bowl shape, with the center slightly thinner and the edges a bit thicker.
  • Place a red bean paste ball in the center and fold the dough around the filling, sealing the edges tightly. Roll the dough into a ball and flatten it into a disc shape.

Coat with sesame seeds:

  • Spray the mochi with water on one side, then coat that side with sesame seeds.
  • Repeat the process with the remaining pieces of dough and filling.

Pan-fry the mochi:

  • Heat a small amount of cooking oil in a flat-bottomed pan over low heat. Place the sesame-coated mochi into the pan with the sesame side facing down.
  • Fry over medium-low heat, avoiding flipping frequently.
  • Once the bottom turns golden and crispy, gently flip it over. Continue frying until both sides are golden and puffed up, about 5-8 minutes, depending on the heat level and thickness of the mochi. Adjust the time to avoid burning.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcal | Carbohydrates: 88g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 0.2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 47mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 32g | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg