Mitarashi Dango (みたらし団子) Pickled Plum Easy Asian Recipes from pickledplum.com
Introduction
Mitarashi Dango is a traditional Japanese sweet that is made from sticky rice flour and coated with a sweet soy sauce glaze. It is a popular snack in Japan and is often served at festivals and special events. In this recipe, we will show you how to make delicious Mitarashi Dango at home.
Ingredients
To make Mitarashi Dango, you will need the following ingredients:
1 cup of Mochiko (sweet rice flour)
1/2 cup of water
1/4 cup of sugar
2 tablespoons of soy sauce
2 tablespoons of mirin (sweet rice wine)
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
1 tablespoon of water
Skewers or toothpicks (for serving)
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Dango Dough
In a large mixing bowl, add 1 cup of Mochiko (sweet rice flour) and 1/2 cup of water. Mix well until the dough becomes smooth and elastic. If the dough is too dry, add a little more water. If it is too wet, add a little more Mochiko.
Step 2: Form the Dango Balls
Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each piece into a small ball. Flatten each ball slightly with your fingers to create a round disc shape.
Step 3: Boil the Dango Balls
Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the Dango balls to the boiling water and cook for about 3-5 minutes or until they float to the surface. Remove the Dango balls from the water and place them on a plate.
Step 4: Prepare the Soy Sauce Glaze
In a small saucepan, add 1/4 cup of sugar, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of mirin (sweet rice wine). Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is fully dissolved.
Step 5: Coat the Dango Balls with Soy Sauce Glaze
Skewer each Dango ball with a toothpick or skewer. Dip each Dango ball into the soy sauce glaze and coat well.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy
Serve the Mitarashi Dango on a plate or bamboo skewer. You can also sprinkle some kinako (roasted soybean flour) on top for added flavor.
Nutrition
One serving of Mitarashi Dango (3 pieces) contains approximately:
Calories: 180
Protein: 3g
Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 16g
Sodium: 280mg
Conclusion
Mitarashi Dango is a delicious and easy-to-make Japanese sweet that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients and some basic cooking skills, you can enjoy this traditional snack in the comfort of your own home. So why not give this recipe a try and impress your friends and family with your culinary skills?
