Barbecued Japanese Rice Cakes Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the grill to medium heat.
• STEP 2.Brush the rice cakes with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
• STEP 3.Grill the rice cakes for 2-3 minutes on each side or until crispy and lightly charred.
• STEP 4.In a small bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, and sugar to make the glaze.
• STEP 5.Brush the glaze onto the grilled rice cakes and continue grilling for another minute on each side.
• STEP 6.Remove the rice cakes from the grill and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
• STEP 7.Drizzle sweet soy sauce over the rice cakes before serving.

Cooking Tips

• Use fresh rice cakes for the best texture.
• You can find rice cakes at Asian grocery stores or make your own using glutinous rice flour.
• If you don't have a grill, you can also pan-fry the rice cakes in a lightly oiled skillet.
• Serve the rice cakes immediately while they are still warm and crispy.

Storage and Serving

• These rice cakes are best enjoyed immediately while they are still warm and crispy.
• Serve the rice cakes as a snack or appetizer with a drizzle of sweet soy sauce.
• You can also serve them with a side of pickled vegetables or a bowl of miso soup for a complete meal.