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Green matcha kuzumochi with silky texture served with sesame seeds
Kuzumochi with rich matcha flavor

Matcha Kuzumochi (Green Tea Mochi Cake)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
A cooling sweet for Japanese summers. 'Kuzu' is a plant starch that becomes transparent and jelly-like when cooked, but has a much softer, more natural texture than gelatin. The bitter note of Matcha powder and the neutrality of the kuzu, complemented by sesame seeds, embody the Japanese 'wabi-sabi' (beauty in simplicity) philosophy on a plate.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 25 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 250 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Japán

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan
  • Stirring spoon

Allergen Information

⚠️ Sesame

Instructions

1 ✓

Dissolve the kuzu completely in part of the cold water until lump-free.

Tip: Like all starches, it dissolves in cold liquid; hot liquid will make it clump immediately.
2 ✓

In the remaining water, dissolve the sugar and matcha while heating.

Tip: Mix the matcha with a tiny bit of water first to form a paste to avoid powder clumps.
3 ✓

Pour in the kuzu water and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.

Tip: Don't stop stirring! It will thicken and turn transparent suddenly.
4 ✓

When the mixture is thick, glossy, and translucent, remove from heat.

Tip: This is the gelatinization process.
5 ✓

Pour into a mold, let cool, then cut into cubes.

Tip: Use a wet knife to cut so it doesn't stick.
6 ✓

Sprinkle with sesame seeds when serving.

Tip: Often served with 'kuromitsu' (black sugar syrup) as well.

Recipe FAQ

What is a substitute for kuzu?
It's hard to replace because of its unique texture. You can achieve a similar consistency with potato starch or tapioca, but it won't be authentic kuzumochi.

Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup Kuzu Starch (or Arrowroot Flour)
  • 1 3/4 cups Water
  • 1/3 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Matcha Powder
  • 1 tbsp Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 1/4 cup Milk (optional)