2022-10-31
By Sakura Chef
Japanese Cuisine
Dessert
Use the "Steam" function on your Instant Pot to quickly and evenly steam the glutinous rice dough. Add water to the bottom, place the dough in a heatproof bowl, and steam for 15 minutes to achieve the perfect soft and chewy mochi consistency.
After stuffing the mochi with fresh strawberries (ichigo), place them in the air fryer to lightly crisp the outer layer. Air fry at 350°F for about 5 minutes to create a slightly golden crust while maintaining a soft, chewy center.
Use the precise heat control of an induction cooker to make your sweet red bean paste. Cook it gently over medium heat in a nonstick pan, stirring constantly, to avoid burning, and achieve a smooth and perfect consistency for the filling.
Ichigo Daifuku requires a thin layer of sweet mochi dough to encase the filling. Preparing the mochi dough properly, so it's soft and pliable without being too sticky, can be challenging.
The filling in Ichigo Daifuku is typically red bean paste and a whole strawberry. Filling the mochi dough with the correct amount of filling without tearing the dough can be challenging.
After filling and molding the mochi dough into a ball, dusting it with cornstarch is essential to avoid sticking. However, getting a perfect shape can still be challenging.
Ichigo Daifuku sold in stores must have a consistent look, texture, and taste. Maintaining consistency in size, amount of filling, and sweetness level can be difficult.
Ichigo Daifuku is a traditional Japanese confectionery that is often as much about visual presentation as it is about flavor. A visually pleasing presentation can be achieved by using high-quality ingredients, the right shape, and color balance.
Preparation Time 60 min
Cook Time 30 min
Total time 1 hr 30 min