Easy Daifuku with Leftover Mochi!

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   Spread the adzuki beans evenly in a microwave-safe dish and microwave uncovered at 600W for 5 minutes (until it looks like a honeycomb like in the picture above).

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   Mix well to reduce excess moisture.

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   If it's still watery, microwave again.

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   Separate into 6 parts.

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   In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the cut mochi and teaspoon of water and microwave at 600W for 3 minutes (until it somewhat expands).

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   Once the mochi is soft, add sugar, wet a rolling pin, and use it to pound the mochi in the bowl (in a motion as if folding the mochi at the bottom to the top).

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   Continue this until it comes together in a ball.

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   Coat your hands lightly in katakuriko.

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   Divide the mochi into 6 portions and roll into balls.

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    Take one ball and flatten, then wrap around one portion of adzuki.

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    (The one in the picture is a bit too thick.)

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    Completely cover the bean paste and tightly squeeze the mochi so that it doesn't fall apart.

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    Serve before they harden.

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    They should be fine up to about an hour.

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    Of course, if they get too hard to eat, you can try baking them.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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