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Nutritional Values
180kcal
3gProtein
40gCarbs
1gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Kyo-Wagashi
How to order / say it
Say it
京和菓子 — [kee-yoh wah-gah-shee]
Order
I'd like the kyo-wagashi, please.
Locally
京和菓子をお願いします。
Say locally
Traditional Kyoto sweets usually served with tea.
Why try it?
Kyo-Wagashi are more than just a sweet treat; they are edible art that mirrors the seasons and adds depth to the tea ceremony. Experiencing these confections offers insight into the aesthetics and harmony central to Kyoto's culture.
How it tastes
Expect delicate sweetness crafted from ingredients like sweet bean paste, rice flour, and matcha. Each wagashi is a burst of subtle sweetness and a tender, chewy texture, enhancing the bitter taste of accompanying green tea.
Origin & History — first documented: 800
Kyo-Wagashi has been cultivated since the Heian period (794-1185), initially influenced by Chinese sweets. These confections evolved to complement the tea ceremony, flourishing in Kyoto as a symbol of perfectionism and artistry.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🫘 100 g sweet bean paste
- 🌾 100 g rice flour
- 🍯 50 g sugar
- 🧂 5 g matcha
- 🦐 5 g agar agar
- 🥣 150 ml water
Method
- 1 Mix sweet bean paste with sugar, form into shapes.
- 2 Combine rice flour and water, knead into dough.
- 3 Shape dough around bean paste, steam until cooked.
- 4 Decorate with matcha or artistic designs before serving.
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