Golden Milk Mochi

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add sugar, ginger, turmeric, cracked cardamom, and coconut milk to a bowl to infuse the flavor.
  2. 2Pour in cold water to cool down the infusion, which prevents the starch and rice flour from clumping together.
  3. 3Add oil to the mixture, which helps with the texture.
  4. 4Mix the ingredients using a blender until smooth.
  5. 5Pour the mochi mixture into a rectangular dish and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
  6. 6Steam the mochi until it's cooked through.
  7. 7Cut the steamed mochi with an oiled knife to prevent sticking.
  8. 8Air fry the mochi for a crispy exterior and stretchy interior.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon ginger
  • 1 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can coconut milk
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • 0.75 cup cold water
  • 5 cups glutinous rice flour
  • 1 tablespoon corn starch
  • sesame seeds

Equipment

bowlblendersteamerknifecutting boardair fryer

Tips

  • The sesame seeds are optional, but they add a pop of flavor.
  • You can eat the mochi right away or air fry it for a contrast of textures.