Pat and make round and place an in the center and use cornstarch. If you are making Chi-Chi mochi, slice thinner and cut again in half and roll in Kinako or cornstarch. I think this dish is from Japan. But, we eat Mochi in Hawaii any time of the year. People sometimes use it as a custom or heritage, like for Girl's Day, Childrens' Day or Boy's Day.
People can also use it as a snack.
My mom got this recipe from a friend. Patti Weeg , Title 1 Computer Teacher, Delmar El.