Traditional Karinto Recipe

2022-10-31

By Japanese Cuisine Master

Japanese Cuisine

Snack

Make this delicious and crispy Japanese snack with this easy Karinto recipe. Perfect for any time of day!

Some alternative names for karinto include kariato, kariyado, kariyatsu, karyanto, and karyanto-manju. These different names all refer to the same or similar kinds of sweet deep-fried snacks that are popular in Japan.

Pitfalls on Karinto

 Getting the texture right: Karinto is a fried snack made of flour, sugar, and molasses. Getting the texture right that is crispy on the outside but soft on the inside can be challenging.

 Achieving the right color: Karinto should have a deep brown color that is achieved through frying and a sugar glaze. Achieving the right color without burning the karinto can be challenging.

 Balancing the sweetness: Karinto is a sweet snack that is glazed with sugar. Balancing the sweetness so that it is not overly sweet but still has a distinct taste can be challenging.

 Shaping the karinto: Karinto is typically shaped into small rectangles or cubes. Shaping the karinto without causing it to break or form weird shapes takes skill and patience.

 Storing the karinto: Karinto should be stored in an airtight container to prevent it from going stale. Finding the right storage conditions, so the karinto remains fresh and crispy can be challenging, especially in humid environments.

Ingredients

• 200 g of flour

• 3 tbsp of brown sugar

• 1/4 tsp of baking powder

• 3 tbsp of soy sauce

• 2 tbsp of water

• vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix flour, brown sugar, and baking powder.

2. Add soy sauce and water to the mixture. Knead the mixture into dough.

3. Let it sit for 15 minutes.

4. Roll out the dough to about 1 cm thick and cut into bite-sized pieces using a knife or cookie cutter.

5. Heat vegetable oil in a pan or wok to 170-180°C.

6. Fry the karinto until both sides are brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.

7. Drain the karinto on a paper towel to remove excess oil.

8. Let it cool and serve.

Preparation Time 20 min

Cook Time 20 min

Total time 40 min

Nutrition Facts

Calories: 150

Fat: 3 g

Saturated Fat: 0 g

Carbohydrates: 28 g

Fiber: 1 g

Sugar: 6 g

Protein: 3 g

Regional Ingredients Variations of Karinto

Kyoto, they may use "Kuromame" (black bean) powder to add a unique flavor and color to the dough, creating a dish known as "Kuromame Karinto".

Nagasaki, they may add ginger to the dough and coat it with a layer of sugar for a spicy and sweet flavor, creating a dish known as "Shoga Karinto".

Osaka, they may use brown sugar and soy sauce to create a savory and slightly salty flavor, creating a dish known as "Osaka-style Karinto".

Kagawa, they may add white sesame to the dough and coat it with a layer of sugar for a nutty and sweet flavor, creating a dish known as "Goma Karinto".

Chiba, they may use whole wheat flour instead of regular flour to create a healthier alternative, creating a dish known as "Zakkokumai Karinto".

Make Karinto at home with this easy Japanese recipe! This crispy and flavorful snack is perfect for any occasion. Share your delicious creations on social media using hashtags like #karinto #japanesesnacks #soysauce #crispy.