Amazake

Amazake is a traditional Japanese sweet drink made from fermented rice, naturally sweet and creamy, perfect for a healthy snack. This vegan version captures the essence of the original while offering a delightful taste experience.

Amazake
10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
180 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cooked white rice - 150 grams
  • Water - 300 milliliters
  • Koji rice (Aspergillus oryzae) - 30 grams
  • Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
  • Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - a pinch
  • Cinnamon powder - 1/2 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

  1. In a blender, combine the cooked white rice and water, and blend until smooth.
  2. Transfer the rice mixture to a bowl and add the koji rice, mixing well to combine.
  3. Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and keep it in a warm place (around 30°C) for 8-12 hours to ferment.
  4. After fermentation, stir in the maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt until well combined.
  5. If desired, sprinkle with cinnamon powder before serving.
  6. Serve warm or chilled, and enjoy your homemade amazake!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 10 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 1 g
  • Saturated Fat: 0 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in probiotics, promoting gut health.
  • A good source of carbohydrates for energy.

Tags

JapaneseVeganSnack