Soft Shiratama (Sticky Rice Ball) with Brown Sugar Syrup

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   It's a bit hard to see, but this is glutinous rice flour.

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   Add water in small batches and knead until it's soft like earlobes.

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   If you use rice flour by mistake, the result would be too hard to eat.

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   You could however, add to the mochiko for slight firmness.

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   Boil the shiratama rice balls.

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   When they float to the surface, it's cooked.

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   Rinse in water and chill.

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   Add water to dark brown sugar and heat.

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   When it becomes creamy, the kuromitsu brown sugar syrup is done.

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    I usually make large batches and preserve in small bottles.

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    Pour kuromitsu over the shiratama and enjoy.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.