A unique way to serve matcha in this inspired amuse bouche. The balance of smooth rich matcha flavor with the delicate chew of mochi is a bite-sited delight.
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
- Matcha Spheres:
- 500g (17.6 oz) Oat Milk
- 11g (2.2 tbsp) Matcha PowderÂ
- 5g (1¼ tsp)  Calcium Lactate Gluconate
- 500g Distilled Water
- 3.5g Perfected Sodium Alginate
- Kudzumochi:
- 1½ oz Kudzu Starch
- ¾ tbsp SugarÂ
- 1¼ cup WaterÂ
- Brown Sugar Syrup:
- ½ cup Brown Sugar
- ½ cup Water
Equipment
- Blender
- Medium BowlÂ
- Spherification Mold
- Small PotÂ
- Spherification Spoon
Timing
Active Time: 15 Minutes
Total Time: 4 – 6 Hours
Yield
PLACEHOLDER
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Create Matcha Spheres
Whisk matcha powder into oat milk until fully combined. Weigh out 500g and add in calcium lactate gluconate.ÂPour matcha mixture into reverse spherification mold and leave in the freezer overnight or until frozen solid.ÂIn a container weigh out 500g distilled water and blend in 3.5g of sodium alginate. Let settle until all bubbles have dissipated.ÂIn a small saucepan add water/sodium alginate mixture, place on low heat and warm to 130°F.ÂRemove matcha spheres from the freezer and place spheres in the warm alginate bath. Leave the spheres in the bath for 2-4 minutes. Remove spheres from the bath and place in distilled water.
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Create Kudzumochi
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine kudzu starch with sugar and water. Stir constantly with a rubber spatula.ÂWhen the mixture thickens, about 3 minutes, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring.ÂWhen the mixture becomes transparent and easily releases from the pan, stir for about 3 more minutes. Transfer the mixture into a glass pan.ÂLet the mixture cool for an hour.
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Create Brown Sugar Syrup
In a small saucepan combine equal parts water and brown sugar. Bring to a boil, turn heat down to a simmer.ÂStir until the syrup begins to thicken.ÂPour into a heat proof container and let cool.ÂServe immediately with the matcha sphere and kudzumochi and enjoy.
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Storage
For tips on how to store your spheres, refer to our free Spherification Course.ÂThe fluid gel can be stored in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
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Summary
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Matcha Spheres with Kudzu Mochi
Modernist Pantry
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