Okaki Japanese Rice Cracker おかき
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Okaki Japanese Rice Cracker おかき
Description
Okaki Japanese Rice Crackers start with firm dry mochi cakes cut into roughly 3mm thick slices. The slices are spread out and left to dry in the sun for several days until numerous small surface cracks develop, which helps them crisp properly when cooked. The dried mochi slices are then deep-fried in oil heated to around 160°C, turning frequently until golden brown and crunchy. Excess oil is drained using paper towels, and the crackers are lightly salted to taste. Variations include brushing with soy sauce instead of salt for added flavor. For a healthier option, these crackers can also be baked rather than fried. Mochi cakes needed for this recipe are commonly available at Japanese or Asian grocery stores.
Ingredients
- 2 mochi dry, cake form
- oil for frying
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Cut the mochi cakes into 3mm thick slices
- Spread out the cut mochi cakes on a tray and sun driy for at least a few days or till a lot of small cracks appear on the surface. *1
- Heat oil in a frying pan to 160 degree Celsius and deep-fry the cut and dried mochi cakes till golden brown by constantly turning all. *2
- Take them out of the frying pan and place on top of a paper towel to absorb the excess oil and dry.
- Sprinkle some salt to taste and serve! *3
Notes
- Dry the mochi slices in the sun for several days until many small cracks form; this drying is essential for proper crispiness.
- The oil for frying should be about 1-2 cm deep; alternatively, baking the crackers provides a healthier preparation.
- Season with salt after frying or brush soy sauce over crackers for alternative flavor.
- Purchase mochi rice cakes from Asian markets or online to prepare this recipe.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 240 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 240kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Cholesterol | 25mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 28g | 56% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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