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Cooking Basics! How to Make Kuromitsu (Brown Sugar Syrup)

4.6

(14 reviews)

Time

approx. 10mins

Here’s how to make kuromitsu (brown sugar syrup) in a saucepan! It’s very easy to prepare, so give it a try. Why not top warabi mochi, ice cream, and more with homemade kuromitsu?

Ingredients [ approx. 100g ]

  • brown sugar50g
  • sugar50g
  • water100cc
Cooking notes

Please Note

Ingredients may vary by product and region. If you have food allergies or dietary restrictions, please review all ingredient labels carefully before cooking. Consult your doctor or a registered dietitian if you have any health concerns.

Instructions

1

Put the kokuto brown sugar, sugar, and water in a saucepan, and stir while crushing any lumps.

Note:

Adding sugar gives it a mellower flavor.

2

Heat over medium heat. Once it comes to a boil, skim off the scum. Reduce to medium-low heat and simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened, then let it cool slightly.

Reviews

4.6

(14 reviews)

*Automatically translated from reviews posted in Japan.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made it with half the amount and poured it over warabi mochi to eat. It was really delicious. After a while it hardened and became like candy, so I microwaved it for 30 seconds and it turned smooth and syrupy again!

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    It was easy to make.

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made this for New Year’s abekawa mochi 🎍 I used molded brown sugar without crushing it, and it melted smoothly 🥣 I make a large batch, store it in a jar, and warm it in a hot water bath when I use it 🫙

  • 🇯🇵 User from Japan

    I made a half batch! So easy!