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Fried Mochi Balls Recipe

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Fried Mochi Balls are a crispy, chewy, and lightly sweet Asian snack made from glutinous rice flour. Perfect for quick treats, they’re highly customizable with sweet or savory fillings.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 12 to 16 mochi balls
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 1 cup glutinous rice flour (mochiko)
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup water (approx., adjust as needed)
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • Optional: sesame seeds or sweet red bean paste for filling

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix glutinous rice flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Gradually add water, stirring until a soft, pliable, non-sticky dough forms.
  3. If using a filling, flatten small pieces of dough, place filling in the center, and roll into balls.
  4. Heat 2–3 inches of vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat.
  5. Gently drop mochi balls into hot oil in batches and fry for 3–5 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
  6. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  7. Serve warm, optionally rolled in sesame seeds or sugar.

Notes

  • Use only glutinous rice flour (mochiko) for the proper chewy texture.
  • Best served fresh for optimal crispiness and texture.
  • Fillings like chocolate or peanut butter add a fun twist.
  • Can be baked for a lighter version, though less crispy.
  • Avoid reheating in the microwave to maintain texture.

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