Savory Snacking with Kinako Mochi

What’s Kinako Mochi?

Kinako mochi is a crispy, savory snack that’s made by broiling mochi until they puff up, then dipping them in hot water and rolling them in a soybean flour mixture. The result is an addictive treat that’s hard to resist.

Getting Started

To make kinako mochi, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Kinako (a type of soybean flour)
• Granulated sugar
• Kosher salt
• Basic savory mochi

You can find kinako at most Asian markets.

Easy Preparation

This snack is quick and easy to prepare, with just 10 minutes of active cooking time. Here’s a step-by-step guide:

1. Prep the Kinako Mixture

   Combine 1/4 cup of kinako, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/8 teaspoon of kosher salt in a bowl. Mix thoroughly and set aside.

2. Broil the Mochi

   Heat your broiler to high and arrange a rack in the upper third of the oven. Place 8 (2-1/2-inch) basic savory mochi on a baking sheet and broil, turning frequently, until they're inflated, crisp, and brown on all sides. This should take about 5 minutes.

3. Dip and Serve

   Dip the broiled mochi in 1/2 cup of hot water, then roll them in the kinako mixture. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Yield and Difficulty

This recipe makes 8 (2-1/2-inch) snacks and is rated as easy. With a total cooking time of just 10 minutes, you can whip up a batch of kinako mochi in no time.