Sake Lees Manju (Steamed Buns)

1. 1

   Microwave the sake lees for 30 seconds.

2. 2

   Transfer to a bowl, mash a little, then add the ingredients and mix.

3. 3

   Add the dry ingredients, then knead until it forms a ball.

4. 4

   The dough should be the firmness of your earlobe.

5. 5

   If it's too firm, add sake.

6. 6

   Dust work surface with katakuriko, then evenly divide the dough into bite-sized pieces.

7. 7

   Divide the anko into the same number of pieces and roll into balls.

8. 8

   Roll out the dough into flat circles like gyoza skins.

9. 9

   They should be thicker than gyoza skins.

10. 10

    Wrap the dough around the anko, then shape.

11. 11

    Steam in a steamer for about 15 minutes, and they're done!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.