These grilled rice cake skewers? I grabbed them on a whim from the convenience store fridge — and wow, what a surprise! ✨ Called Kushi-dango (or "skewered dumplings"), they’re soft mochi balls glazed with sweet soy-based sauce, slightly charred for that perfect caramelized crunch. ๐ก๐ฏ
First bite: I thought it’d be too sweet… but nope! The sticky-sweet glaze pairs perfectly with the chewy, milky rice texture — like a Japanese version of warm, gooey s’mores ๐
⚠️ Pro tip: Keep it chilled, but heat it up before eating — microwave for 30 seconds or pan-sear lightly, and the flavor explodes! ๐ฅ๐งผ๐ฅ
