Step 1

Portion the mochi out into individual-sized pieces

Step 2

Coat the mochi portions in corn or potato starch. This will help keep the mochi soft and stop the portions from sticking together or to the container

Step 3

Wrap each portion in plastic wrap. The plastic wrap helps to stop the mochi from drying out. If you’re trying to cut down on plastic waste, you can skip this step and flash freeze the coated mochi balls instead.

Step 4

To flash freeze, put the mochi pieces on a baking tray so they’re not touching and put them in the freezer for 2-3 hours

Step 5

Put the wrapped or partially-frozen mochi into a larger freezer-proof bag or airtight container

Step 6

Label the container and put it in the freezer

Step 7

The fresh mochi will last for two weeks in the freezer