Wagashi Shaped Like Shirotan the Seal

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   ["Put the shiro-an white bean paste in a bowl, then add sifted flour, mochiko, and sugar.", "Mix it all together until the dough is formed.", "Break the dough into five portions and steam in a steamer for about 25 minutes.", "They'll expand once steamed.", "Knead the dough all together again in a tightly wrung out wet kitchen towel for about ten minutes.", "The dough will be hot, so be careful!", "When it doesn't feel sticky and has a mochi-like consistency, it's ready!", "While they're still a little warm, mold into Shiro-tan shapes.", "For the tail, it'll look best if you press the end down firmly, then cut a part the end with kitchen scissors.", "They're still missing their faces, though!", "Dab a little black sesame paste on a plate, and draw the face with a toothpick.", "Wow!", "Doesn't he look so happy to be held?", "They're so cute!", "How am I supposed to eat them...", "Look, they're having a meeting... ""Watch out, she's going to eat us!""

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.