Description
Okaki Japanese Rice Crackers are traditional crunchy snacks made from dried mochi slices that are deep-fried to perfection and lightly salted. This simple recipe offers a delightful crispy texture and subtle flavor, perfect for snacking anytime.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 Mochi cakes (dry)
- Oil for frying (enough for deep-frying)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut the mochi: Slice the mochi cakes into 3mm thick pieces, ensuring they are evenly cut for consistent drying and frying.
- Dry the slices: Spread the mochi slices out in a single layer on a tray and sun dry them for at least a few days until many small cracks appear on the surface, indicating they are thoroughly dried.
- Heat the oil: In a frying pan, heat oil to 160°C (320°F), making sure there is enough oil for deep frying the mochi slices.
- Deep-fry the mochi: Carefully place the dried mochi slices into the hot oil and deep-fry them while constantly turning, until they turn a golden brown color and become crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fried mochi crackers from the oil and place them on paper towels to absorb any excess oil and help them dry out further.
- Season and serve: Sprinkle salt to taste over the hot crackers and serve immediately for the best flavor and crunchiness.
Notes
- Sun drying the mochi slices until cracks appear is key to achieving the right texture after frying.
- Maintaining the oil temperature at around 160°C ensures even cooking without burning the crackers.
- These rice crackers are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes (plus drying time of 2-3 days)
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Japanese
Keywords: Okaki, Japanese rice cracker, mochi snack, deep-fried rice cracker, traditional Japanese snack
