Step 1: In a small pot bring ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon (95 ml) of water and ¼ cup (50 grams) of the sugar to a boil.

As I cast about for what to prepare, I remembered the first time that my grandmother served me a savory snack of pan-fried mochi ... to form smooth 1-inch balls. Pan-fry mochi in brown butter ...