Mochi Magic: 99 Recipes for Traditional and Modern Japanese Delights

Overview of this cookbook
Mochi Magic: 99 Recipes for Traditional and Modern Japanese Delights is a comprehensive guide to making and enjoying mochi, a type of traditional Japanese dessert. It includes recipes for traditional mochi flavors like rice cakes, as well as new and inventive versions like ice cream and mug cakes. The recipes are broken down into different categories such as traditional, modern, and kid-friendly mochi. Written by two experienced mochi chefs and contributors to the renowned food magazine Bento Box, it offers useful advice on technique, tools, and ingredients. With detailed explanations of all steps and vivid images of the results, this book makes mochi baking fun and easy.

Mochi has been a part of Japanese culture for centuries. Not only is it a delicious snack, but preparing mochi also has ceremonial and religious significance. Mochi is made from a variety of ingredients, such as mochiko (rice cake flour), sweet potatoes, soymilk, matcha, and occasionally other flavourings. The texture and colour depend greatly on the type of flour, and recipes call for the kneading of the ingredients to produce the desired texture.

Mochi Magic takes readers through the entire process, starting with how to select the right ingredients and tools for mochi-making. It then goes on to provide step-by-step instructions for a range of traditional mochi recipes, as well as modern twists like mochi ice cream and mochi cakes. It even covers some introductory recipes to get even the most inexperienced cooks into the mochi-making groove. Additional information includes mochi storage tips, types of mochi made in different regions of Japan, and the history of this classic dessert.

This cookbook provides all readers with the tools they need to make and enjoy mochi, whether they're experienced with mochi-making or just starting out. With clear illustrations, detailed instructions, and a variety of recipes, Mochi Magic: 99 Recipes for Traditional and Modern Japanese Delights is the perfect guide to making Japanese delights.