Nerikiri (練り切り)
Nerikiri (練り切り) is a traditional Japanese confection, often served during tea ceremonies. Made from a mixture of white bean paste (shiro-an) and mochi or glutinous rice flour, Nerikiri is known for its smooth, dough-like texture.
It can be shaped and colored to resemble seasonal flowers, fruits, or other nature-inspired designs, reflecting the time of year. Nerikiri is not only admired for its beautiful and intricate appearance but also for its subtle sweetness, which pairs perfectly with the bitterness of Japanese green tea, especially matcha. As an artisanal dessert, it embodies the Japanese appreciation for aesthetics, harmony, and the changing seasons.
I participated in a parent-child Nerikiri workshop with my daughter the other day. The theme of the workshop was “fireworks,” and as her mother, I was very curious to see what kind of creation my 4-year-old daughter would come up with.
Thanks to the instructor and the attentive staff, we were able to make beautiful, delicious-looking Nerikiri. It was a wonderful opportunity to create traditional sweets together as a parent and child.
Have you ever tasted Nerikiri? Are you interested in making this Japanese sweets?
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