Yaki Mochi (Grilled Mochi)
Yaki mochi is a simple Japanese snack with a golden, crispy exterior and a chewy, stretchy center. It can be enjoyed plain, sweet with condensed milk, or savory with soy sauce and nori, making it endlessly versatile.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Grilled, Pan-fried, or Air-fried
- Cuisine: Japanese
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
2 pieces kiri mochi
Sweetened condensed milk, to serve (optional)
Instructions
- Stovetop method: Grill the kiri mochi over low heat for about 5 minutes on each side until puffed, golden brown, and soft in the center.
- Oven/toaster method: Preheat the broiler on high and grill the mochi for 3–4 minutes on each side.
- Air fryer method: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, place mochi inside, and cook at 400℉ (200℃) for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Grill method: Cook the mochi over an open flame until browned and puffed.
- Serve hot, either plain, drizzled with condensed milk, or seasoned with your favorite condiments.
Notes
Best eaten fresh while warm and chewy.
Drizzle with honey, maple syrup, or dust with kinako and sugar for a sweet variation.
Season with soy sauce and wrap in nori for a savory twist.
If reheating, toast again in oven, air fryer, or pan until puffed and warm.
Kiri mochi holds its shape better than fresh mochi when grilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece mochi
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 0g (without toppings)
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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