Baked Mochi

Baked Mochi is a delightful high-protein Japanese dish that combines the chewy texture of mochi with savory flavors, perfect for a light meal or snack. This dish is both satisfying and nutritious, making it a great addition to your culinary repertoire.

Ingredients

• Glutinous rice flour - 100g
• Water - 120ml
• Whey protein powder - 30g
• Sugar - 15g
• Baking powder - 1 tsp
• Soy sauce - 1 tbsp
• Sesame oil - 1 tbsp
• Chopped green onions - 2 tbsp
• Cooked chicken (shredded) - 100g
• Salt - a pinch

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and lightly grease a baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine the glutinous rice flour, whey protein powder, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients while stirring until a smooth batter forms.
4. Fold in the soy sauce, sesame oil, chopped green onions, and shredded chicken until evenly distributed.
5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven, let cool for a few minutes, then cut into squares and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 40 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.12 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains essential amino acids from whey protein and chicken.

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