Matcha Mochi

Matcha mochi with red bean filling on a white plate

A Traditional Recipe Using Whole Rice There’s something truly special about making matcha mochi from whole rice the old-fashioned way instead of pre-ground flour. It’s a labor of love, but …

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Easy Mochi Recipe

Japanese easy mochi recipe with a red bean filling, placed on a plate with a tea set in the background.

How to Make Perfect Mochi at Home Step-by-Step There’s something timeless about mochi. Its stretch, its softness, its warmth all take me back to my mother’s small mochi shop in …

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Korokke

A close-up of crispy Japanese Korokke drizzled with a rich, dark sauce, garnished with chopped green onions, and served with a small bowl of dipping sauce.

The Best Japanese Croquettes You Can Make at Home There’s something magical about biting into a perfectly crisp, golden-brown Korokke—the delicate crunch giving way to a warm, fluffy, and savory …

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