Japan IRIS FOODS Thinly Sliced Mochi Rice Cakes | Japanese 3-Minute Rice Cakes | 270g (10 Slices) (BBD: May 2027)

🇯🇵 Made in Japan using 100% Japanese glutinous rice, offering the traditional soft and chewy texture of Japanese mochi.

🍡 Convenient thinly sliced rice cakes, designed to soften quickly in hot water.

⏱️ Ready in approximately 3 minutes, simply soak in boiling water until fully softened.

🍜 Perfect for instant noodles and cup noodles, adding a chewy texture and making your meal more substantial.

🥣 Ideal for Japanese soups, including miso soup, ozoni-style soup and vegetable broth.

🍞 Versatile for toast and other dishes, allowing you to create different Japanese-inspired snacks.

🍲 Suitable for hot pots and other cooked dishes, offering a convenient addition to everyday meals.

📦 270g pack containing 10 slices, easy to portion according to your needs.

🏠 Convenient cupboard storage while unopened, ideal for keeping at home for quick Japanese-style meals.

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📖 Product Description

IRIS FOODS Thinly Sliced Mochi Rice Cakes are Japanese glutinous rice cakes made using 100% Japanese-grown glutinous rice.

Known in Japanese as “Nettō 3-pun Usukiri Mochi” (熱湯3分 うす切りもち), these rice cakes are specially sliced into thin pieces for quick and convenient preparation.

Unlike thicker traditional mochi blocks, the thin slices are designed to soften in hot water in approximately three minutes.

Simply place the required number of slices into a heat-resistant bowl, add sufficient boiling water and soak until fully softened.

The rice cakes have a soft, chewy texture and can be added to a wide range of Japanese dishes, including instant noodles, udon, soups and hot pots.

Each pack contains 270g with 10 slices, making it a convenient ingredient for Japanese food lovers and anyone looking for an easy way to add mochi to everyday meals.

🍜 Instant Noodles: Add to cup noodles or ramen for extra texture.

🥣 Japanese Soups: Enjoy with miso soup, vegetable soup or ozoni-style broth.

🍲 Hot Pot: Add to Japanese hot pots or sukiyaki-style dishes.

🍞 Mochi Toast: Use with toast and your favourite toppings.

🧀 Cheese Mochi: Combine with cheese in suitable cooked dishes.

🥢 Japanese-Style Toppings: Serve with soy sauce, nori or other preferred seasonings.

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🧾 Ingredients

Glutinous Rice, Water.

The Japanese packaging states that the product is made using Japanese-grown glutinous rice.

Ingredients and formulation may occasionally change between production batches or market versions. Always refer to the physical product packaging received for the most up-to-date information.

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⚠️ Allergens

The English ingredient label lists Glutinous Rice and Water, with no specific allergens declared in the visible ingredient list.

Customers with food allergies or intolerances should always check the physical product packaging for the latest ingredient and allergen information before consumption.

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📦 Product Info

Pack Size: 270g (10 Slices)

Country of Origin: Japan

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🧊 Storage

Store unopened in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, excessive heat and moisture.

No chilled storage is required while unopened.

Once opened, consume as soon as possible.

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🍽 How to Use

♨️ Method 1: Boiling Water

1️⃣ Place the required number of mochi slices into a heat-resistant bowl.

2️⃣ Add at least 200ml of boiling water per slice, ensuring the mochi is fully submerged.

3️⃣ Leave to soak for approximately 3 minutes.

4️⃣ Stir gently until the mochi becomes fully softened before serving.

Note: Separate the slices during soaking to prevent them from sticking together and heating unevenly.

🍜 Method 2: Instant Noodles or Soup

1️⃣ Prepare your favourite instant noodles, udon or hot soup.

2️⃣ Add the thinly sliced mochi.

3️⃣ Ensure the mochi is covered with sufficient hot water or broth.

4️⃣ Allow the mochi to soften completely before serving.

🍲 Method 3: Hot Pot

1️⃣ Prepare your preferred Japanese hot pot or soup-based dish.

2️⃣ Add the mochi slices individually to the hot broth.

3️⃣ Heat until completely softened before serving.

🥢 Serving Suggestions

🍜 Instant noodles, ramen or udon

🥣 Miso soup, vegetable soup or Japanese ozoni

🍲 Japanese hot pot or sukiyaki

🍞 Toast and other bread-based dishes

🧀 Cheese

🌿 Nori or spring onion

🥢 Soy sauce and other preferred seasonings

Important: The product packaging explicitly states DO NOT MICROWAVE.

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⚠️ Important Information

⚠️ Mochi can present a choking hazard, particularly for young children, older adults and people with swallowing difficulties.

Ensure the rice cakes are fully softened before consumption. Take small bites and chew thoroughly.

Do not microwave.

The packaging contains an oxygen absorber. Do not eat the oxygen absorber.

Once opened, consume as soon as possible.

Take care when handling boiling water to avoid burns.

Mochi slices may stick together during heating. Separate them gently to ensure even softening.

Soups, noodles, toast and other dishes pictured on the packaging are serving suggestions and are not included.

Ingredients, formulation, packaging and labelling may occasionally change. Always refer to the physical product packaging received for the most up-to-date information.

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🧠 FAQ

Q: What are IRIS FOODS Thinly Sliced Mochi Rice Cakes?
A: They are Japanese thinly sliced glutinous rice cakes made using 100% Japanese-grown glutinous rice, designed to soften in boiling water in approximately three minutes.

Q: Do these rice cakes need cooking?
A: They can be prepared without using a hob. The packaging recommends soaking each slice in at least 200ml of boiling water for approximately three minutes, then stirring gently until fully softened.

Q: How many slices are included?
A: Each 270g pack contains 10 slices.

Q: Can I add them to instant noodles?
A: Yes. The packaging suggests adding the mochi to cup noodles for extra texture and a more substantial meal.

Q: Can I add them to miso soup?
A: Yes. They can be added to miso soup and other hot broths, provided they are fully softened before eating.

Q: Can I microwave these mochi rice cakes?
A: No. The English product label explicitly states “Do Not Microwave”.

Q: Do they need to be refrigerated?
A: Unopened packs can be stored in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Once opened, consume as soon as possible.

Q: Do these rice cakes contain wheat?
A: The visible English ingredient label lists only glutinous rice and water. Customers with allergies should still check the physical packaging.

Q: Are these rice cakes made in Japan?
A: Yes. The packaging identifies them as a product of Japan and states that Japanese-grown glutinous rice is used.

Q: Are mochi rice cakes suitable for children and older adults?
A: Mochi has a sticky texture and may present a choking risk. Extra caution is required for children, older adults and anyone with swallowing difficulties.