Moche (food)

Moche (also spelled mochi or muchi; Kapampangan: mutsi) are Pampangan glutinous rice balls with a bean paste filling. Made from galapong (ground-soaked glutinous rice) and filled with mung- or red bean paste, it is shaped into balls or ovals. Bukayo (caramel grated coconut) may also be used. It is boiled in water until it floats. It is then sprinkled with sesame seeds or crushed peanuts and served hot with a sauce made from sweetened coconut milk (gata).[1][2]

Not to be confused with Mochi or Muchi.

Moche
Alternative namesmoche, muchi, moche balls
CourseDessert or snack
Place of originPhilippines
Region or statePampanga
Serving temperatureHot
Main ingredientsGlutinous rice, coconut milk, mung bean paste/red bean paste/bukayo, sesame seeds
Similar dishesMache, Buchi, Palitaw

The etymology of moche is derived from the Japanese mochi or muchi but its recipe is derived from buchi (or butsi), the Chinese-Filipino version of jian dui.[3] Unlike buchi, the surface is not browned.[4] The dish is related to the Tagalog mache and Cebuano masi.

See also

References
  1. "A taste of the Philippines' most unique 'kakanin'". GMA News Online. August 30, 2012. Retrieved December 3, 2018.
  2. "Susie's Cuisine - The Best in Pampango Kakanin". Food Reviews Manila. Retrieved December 3, 2018.
  3. Manaloto, Mia (September 22, 2020). "Mochi Kapampangan - Pampanga Moche Recipe". Amiable Foods. Retrieved October 16, 2023.
  4. "Filipino ricecakes, sweets, and other snacks - M". Glossary of Filipino Food. Retrieved December 3, 2018.
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