What is mochi? How long can mochi be kept?

Contents of this article

1. What is mochi?

2. How long can mochi be kept?

3. What is the mochi in milk tea?

What is Mochi

Mochi is a kind of glutinous rice cake made from glutinous rice flour or other starches. It is an elastic and sticky food that originated from China and is also called grass cake. In Zhejiang Province, it is called Maji or "Ma Ci". Traditional mochi is made by steaming glutinous rice flour and then wrapping it with stuffing, but the product has a short shelf life and is easy to harden.

Mochi is actually a traditional food of the Chinese nation, but because it is more common in Japan, many people think that mochi was introduced from Japan. Its fillings vary according to the tastes of different regions, including beans, fruits, and meat.

Mochi can generally be kept in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. The longer the mochi is kept, the harder it will become and the worse the taste will become, so it is recommended to eat it as soon as possible.

Mochi and glutinous rice balls are both foods made from glutinous rice as the main ingredient, and they taste similar, both are soft, sticky and very sweet. Therefore, many people regard mochi and glutinous rice balls as the same food, but in fact there are differences between the two.

How long can mochi be kept?

Handmade mochi can generally be kept for 3-4 days at room temperature, and mochi snacks mass-produced on an assembly line can be stored for 6 months. They need to be kept in a cool and dry place during normal storage. They should be used as soon as possible after opening the bag. If you cannot finish eating them, you can store them in a sealed container in the refrigerator.

1. Placement time

Handmade mochi in pastry shops can generally only be stored for 3-4 days at room temperature and need to be eaten as soon as possible after bringing them home. However, bagged mochi snacks can be stored for 6 months due to the addition of preservatives, but they must be eaten as soon as possible after opening the package.

2. Storage method

Generally, mochi can be stored in a cool and dry place or in the refrigerator, but no matter which storage method is used, the mochi needs to be sealed well to prevent air from entering the bag and causing rotting and mold.

3. Variety and taste

There are many varieties and flavors of mochi. The more common flavors are chocolate, matcha, and red bean. Mochi is also called daifuku in Japan. Red bean flavored mochi is a very classic Japanese pastry, called mochi in Taiwan. Matcha and chocolate flavors are more popular among young people.

What is mochi in milk tea?

Mochi in milk tea is a traditional food made of glutinous rice flour or other starches, which is elastic and sticky and originated from China. In Japan, mochi is called "bing", which is actually rice cake. Mochi is also called "caobing" in mainland China, "moji" in Dalian, and "maji" in Taiwan.

Mochi is one of the traditional snacks in Taiwan, Hong Kong, and southern Fujian. Its outer skin is made of glutinous rice, sugar and other ingredients, and is combined with a variety of fillings. The product is exquisite and beautiful with a unique taste.

Mochi has a soft and glutinous texture, the glutinous rice skin is fragrant and rich, the filling is sweet and not greasy, and each grain is crystal clear and elegant. There are usually six refreshing flavors: mung bean, red bean, peanut, green tea, black sesame, and chestnut.