Difficulty: Easy | Serves: 1
Warm, soothing, and effortlessly delicious—Ochazuke is a traditional Japanese dish made by pouring hot green tea, dashi, or broth over steamed rice, topped with simple ingredients like seaweed, salmon, or pickled plums. 🍵🍚 This minimalist meal is perfect for breakfast or a light, comforting meal anytime!
Ingredients For Ochazuke
🔥 For the Base:
☑ 1 cup (200g) cooked Japanese rice 🍚
☑ ½ cup (120ml) hot green tea (or dashi broth) 🍵
🔥 Common Toppings (Choose 2-3):
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 furikake seasoning 🌿
☑ ½ sheet nori (seaweed), torn into small pieces 🟩
☑ 1 tablespoon🥄 sesame seeds ✨
☑ 1 small salted or grilled salmon fillet 🐟
☑ 1 umeboshi (pickled plum) 🌸
☑ Chopped green onions 🥬
☑ Wasabi or soy sauce (optional) 🌿
👩🍳 Cooking Steps For Ochazuke
🔥 Step 1: Prepare the Rice
1️⃣ Scoop warm cooked rice into a bowl.
2️⃣ Lightly fluff the rice to keep it from becoming too compact.
🔥 Step 2: Add Toppings
1️⃣ Place your chosen toppings (seaweed, salmon, pickled plum, etc.) on top of the rice.
🔥 Step 3: Pour the Tea or Broth
1️⃣ Slowly pour hot green tea or dashi broth over the rice.
2️⃣ Let the flavors infuse for a few seconds before mixing.
🔥 Step 4: Serve & Enjoy!
1️⃣ Add a touch of soy sauce or wasabi if desired.
2️⃣ Stir gently and enjoy warm for a light, nutritious, and comforting meal.
🍵 Simple, satisfying, and deeply comforting—Ochazuke is Japan’s go-to minimalist meal!
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