Indulge in a delightful and nutritious treat with our Mochi with Simmered Daikon recipe perfect for toddlers and adults. This traditional Japanese dish combines chewy mochi rice cakes with tender simmered daikon radish, creating a harmonious blend of flavors and textures that will satisfy even the pickiest eaters. Packed with essential nutrients and easy to prepare, this dish is a tasty and wholesome option for mealtime. Try our Mochi with Simmered Daikon recipe today and treat your little ones to a delicious and healthy meal they’ll love.”

General Information

• Servings: 4
• Keywords: Mochi, Simmered Daikon, Toddler Friendly
• Calories: 150 per serving
• Protein: 3g
• Carbs: 30g
• Fats: 1g
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 200g mochi (rice cakes)
• 1 small daikon radish, peeled and sliced into rounds
• 2 cups water
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp mirin
• 1 tbsp sake
• 1 inch piece of kombu (dried kelp), optional

Directions

1. In a medium pot, combine the water, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and kombu (if using) and bring to a boil.
2. Add the sliced daikon radish to the pot and simmer for 20 minutes, or until the daikon is tender.
3. While the daikon is simmering, prepare the mochi. If using fresh mochi, cut it into bite-sized pieces. If using dried mochi, soak it in water for 10 minutes, then drain and cut into bite-sized pieces.
4. In a separate pot, bring water to a boil and add the mochi pieces. Cook for 3-5 minutes, or until the mochi is soft and chewy.
5. Drain the mochi and divide it among serving plates.
6. Remove the daikon radish from the pot and place it on top of the mochi.
7. Serve the mochi with simmered daikon hot and enjoy!

Recommended Sides

• Steamed vegetables
• Miso soup

Jokes

• Why did the mochi go to the doctor? Because it was feeling a little sticky!
• What did the daikon say to the mochi? Let’s stick together like rice and radish!”