Recipe

Homemade Okoshi

Crunchy Delights: Homemade Okoshi Recipe

4.4 out of 5

Indulge in the delightful world of Japanese cuisine with this homemade Okoshi recipe. This traditional Japanese treat is a crunchy and sweet snack that will transport your taste buds to the streets of Japan.

Dessert› Okoshi

Asian cuisine› East Asian cuisine› Japanese cuisine

Preparation time

20 minutes

Cooking time

20 minutes

Total time

2 hours 40 minutes

Yields

4 servings

Preparation difficulty

Easy

Suitable for

Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free

Allergens

Soy

Not suitable for

Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, High-protein, Low-fat

Ingredients

2 cups (400g) glutinous rice 2 cups (400g) glutinous rice
1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (100g) granulated sugar
1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
1/4 cup (60ml) mirin 1/4 cup (60ml) mirin
Optional flavorings: matcha powder, sesame seeds, or other desired ingredients Optional flavorings: matcha powder, sesame seeds, or other desired ingredients

Nutrition

Calories (kcal / KJ): 250 kcal / 1046 KJ
Fat (total, saturated): 0g, 0g
Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 60g, 20g
Protein: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1.
Rinse the glutinous rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
2.
Cook the rice according to the package instructions, using slightly less water than usual to achieve a stickier texture.
3.
In a saucepan, combine the sugar, soy sauce, and mirin. Heat over medium heat until the sugar has dissolved completely.
4.
Add the cooked rice to the saucepan and mix well to coat the rice evenly with the syrup.
5.
If desired, divide the mixture into separate bowls and add flavorings such as matcha powder or sesame seeds. Mix well.
6.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the rice mixture evenly onto it, pressing it down firmly.
7.
Allow the mixture to cool and harden for at least 2 hours.
8.
Once hardened, cut the Okoshi into desired shapes and sizes.
9.
Serve and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

Glutinous rice — Rinse the rice well to remove excess starch before cooking.
Soy sauce — Use a good quality soy sauce for the best flavor.
Mirin — If you don't have mirin, you can substitute it with a combination of rice vinegar and sugar.

Tips & Tricks

For added crunch, toast the sesame seeds before adding them to the mixture.
Experiment with different flavorings such as matcha powder, cocoa powder, or dried fruit for unique variations.
Store Okoshi in an airtight container to maintain its crispiness.