Chewy Cheese Hijiki & Okara Balls

1. 1

   Reconstitute the hijiki seaweed in 10x the amount of water.

2. 2

   Cut the cheese into 1 cm cubes.

3. 3

   Combine the * ingredients in a heat-resistant bowl.

4. 4

   Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 1 1/2 minutes at 600 W.

5. 5

   Remove from the microwave and add the hijiki.

6. 6

   Mix it well so that there are no lumps.

7. 7

   Microwave for 2 minutes, uncovered.

8. 8

   Use a wooden spoon to knead it well.

9. 9

   When it becomes sticky like mochi, wet your hands and separate into small portions (about 25 g).

10. 10

    Form them into ellipses and place some cheese in the center.

11. 11

    Wrap the dough around the cheese and form a ball.

12. 12

    Cover with plastic wrap and microwave again for 30 seconds to melt the cheese.

13. 13

    Optionally top with bonito flakes and they're done.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.