Microwave Mochi

Low Cholesterol - Diet and Healthy

A microwavable form of the Japanese dessert made with sweet rice flour. More varied and interesting flavors are available as well.

Brief

Prep 5 mins

Cook: 10 mins

Total: 15 mins

Servings: 25

Yield: 25 servings

Microwave Mochi

Ingredients

1 ½ cups mochiko (glutinous rice flour)

1 cup white sugar

1 ½ cups water

2 drops distilled white vinegar

½ cup potato starch

¼ cup white sugar

¼ teaspoon salt

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Diet and Healthy

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl mix together the mochiko 1 cup of sugar and water until well blended. Mix in the 2 drops of vinegar to soften. Pour into a microwave-safe dish and loosely cover with plastic. Microwave for 8 to 10 minutes on HIGH. Remove and let cool until cool enough to handle.

Step 2

In a small bowl combine the potato starch 1/4 cup sugar and salt. Turn the mochi out onto the plastic and cut into pieces using a plastic or wooden knife. Metal knives tend to stick too much. Roll the pieces in the potato starch mixture.

Nutritional Information

Microwave Mochi

Servings Per Recipe:25

Calories: 82.5

% Daily Value *

Protein: 0.6g 1%

Carbohydrates: 19.9g 6%

Dietary Fiber: 0.2g 1%

Sugars: 10g

Fat: 0.1g

Niacin Equivalents: 0.4mg 3%

Folate: 0.4mcg

Calcium: 2mg

Iron: 0.1mg 1%

Magnesium: 3.5mg 1%

Potassium: 7.8mg

Sodium: 23.5mg 1%

Calories From Fat: 1.2

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-)Nutrition information is provided for reference only. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.