Sweet Mochi with Black Bean

Bahan-bahan(untuk 2-3 pieces (about 80g per serving))

• 1 cup Glutinous rice flour (tepung pulut)
• 1/2 cup Cooked black beans (kacang hitam, mashed)
• 1 leaf Pandan leaf (daun pandan, knotted) - pilihan
• 1/3 cup Santan (coconut milk) (light version recommended)
• 2 tbsp Brown sugar (gula perang)
• 1/4 tsp Salt (garam halus)
• 1 tbsp Cornstarch (for dusting)
• 1/2 cup Water (filtered)
• 1 tbsp Toasted sesame seeds (bijan, optional for topping) - pilihan

Arahan

1. 1

   Prepare the black bean filling by mashing cooked black beans with 1 tablespoon brown sugar and a pinch of salt in a small saucepan. Add pandan leaf and cook over low heat for 5 minutes, stirring until thickened. Remove pandan leaf and let cool.

   5 minutes

   Mash beans while warm for a smoother paste.

2. 2

   In a mixing bowl, combine glutinous rice flour, santan, water, remaining brown sugar, and salt. Mix until a smooth, thick batter forms.

   3 minutes

   Add water gradually to achieve a soft dough, not runny.

3. 3

   Divide dough into 6 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a disc and place a teaspoon of black bean filling in the center. Pinch edges to seal and roll gently into a ball.

   5 minutes

   Keep hands lightly oiled or dusted with cornstarch to prevent sticking.

4. 4

   Place shaped mochi onto a heatproof plate lined with parchment. Steam over high heat for 10 minutes or until translucent and cooked through.

   10 minutes

   Space mochi apart to prevent sticking during steaming.