Step 1

Place peeled satsuma mandarin in boiling water.

Step 2

Add baking soda and let boil over low heat for about a minute. Remove and place the satsuma mandarin in chilled water. Remove all of the pith on the satsuma mandarin.

Step 3

In a bowl, place all of the ingredients for mochi dough and mix well until smooth. Microwave at 600W for 1 minute and 20 seconds.

Step 4

Remove from the microwave and mix the mochi dough using a spoon. Take a scoop and stretch it out until it’s thin.

Step 5

Place the mochi dough on saran wrap, spread white bean paste evenly and place satsuma mandarin on top. Wrap the dough around the fillings completely and form into a round shape.

Step 6

Cut in half to serve!