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Mochi Sesame Balls

These bite-sized balls are made with glutinous rice flour and filled with a sweet sesame paste. Whether enjoyed as a snack or served as a dessert, these mochi sesame balls are a unique and delightful culinary adventure.

Tasty Team
91% would make again

Under 30 minutes

Mochi Sesame Balls

Under 30 minutes

Ingredients

for 20 balls

  • 6 oz red bean paste (170 g)
  • 1 ½ cups shiratamako flour (215 g), (glutinous rice flour)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • ⅔ cup water (160 mL)
  • toasted sesame seed, as needed
  • canola oil, as needed

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 62
  • Fat 1g
  • Carbs 11g
  • Fiber 0g
  • Sugar 4g
  • Protein 0g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. Divide red bean paste into 20 and make it into small balls.
  2. Add shiratamako, sugar, and water in a medium bowl. Knead until firm and smooth. If it is too dry, add more water.
  3. Pull off a portion of dough and flatten. Wrap the each sweet bean ball and roll into a ball. The size of the ball should be slightly smaller than your takoyaki pan. Evenly coat with toasted sesame seeds.
  4. Cook the sesame balls in a greased takoyaki pan. Continue rolling the balls to cook evenly.
  5. Cook until the dough turn into translucent, approximately 5 -7 minutes. Serve immediately.
  6. Enjoy!
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Mochi Sesame Balls