Mahoh

Mahoh is a traditional Japanese confectionery made from sweetened azuki red bean paste, wrapped in a thin layer of mochi (glutinous rice flour) and then coated in a thin layer of kinako (roasted soybean flour). The process of making mahoh involves several steps. First, the azuki beans are soaked, cooked, and then mashed into a smooth paste. Sugar is added to the paste and mixed until it reaches the desired sweetness. The paste is then wrapped in a thin layer of mochi, which is made by mixing glutinous rice flour with water and shaping it into a thin sheet. Finally, the wrapped paste is coated in a thin layer of kinako, which gives mahoh its distinctive golden-brown color and slightly nutty flavor. Mahoh is typically served chilled and is a popular treat during the summer months in Japan. It is often enjoyed as a snack or dessert and is also used as a filling for other sweets, such as mochi ice cream and mochi cakes.