Chazuke with Grilled Salmon and Green Tea Broth

Ingredients

• 2 cups (470ml) cooked Japanese short-grain rice 2 cups (470ml) cooked Japanese short-grain rice
• 2 grilled salmon fillets 2 grilled salmon fillets
• 4 cups (940ml) dashi broth 4 cups (940ml) dashi broth
• 2 green tea bags 2 green tea bags
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon mirin 1 tablespoon mirin
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced 2 green onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons pickled plum (umeboshi), chopped 2 tablespoons pickled plum (umeboshi), chopped
• 2 tablespoons nori seaweed, shredded 2 tablespoons nori seaweed, shredded
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 380 kcal / 1590 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 45g, 2g
• Protein: 24g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Season the salmon fillets with salt and pepper, then grill for 4-5 minutes on each side until cooked through. Set aside.
2. 2.
   In a saucepan, bring the dashi broth to a gentle simmer. Add the green tea bags and let them steep for 3-4 minutes. Remove the tea bags and discard.
3. 3.
   Stir in the soy sauce, mirin, and sesame oil into the broth. Simmer for an additional 2 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
4. 4.
   Divide the cooked rice into serving bowls. Top each bowl with a grilled salmon fillet.
5. 5.
   Ladle the hot green tea broth over the rice and salmon.
6. 6.
   Garnish with sliced green onions, chopped pickled plum, shredded nori seaweed, and toasted sesame seeds.
7. 7.
   Serve immediately and enjoy the comforting flavors of Grilled Salmon Chazuke.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Grilled Salmon — To achieve a perfectly grilled salmon, make sure to preheat the grill and oil the grates before placing the fish. Cook the salmon until it flakes easily with a fork, being careful not to overcook it.
• Green Tea — Use high-quality green tea bags or loose leaf tea for the best flavor. Steep the tea for the recommended time to avoid bitterness.

Tips & Tricks

• If you prefer a stronger green tea flavor, steep the tea bags for a longer duration.
• Customize your toppings by adding other ingredients such as shredded cucumber, shiitake mushrooms, or tempura flakes.
• For a heartier meal, serve the chazuke with a side of miso soup or a fresh salad.

Serving advice

Serve the Grilled Salmon Chazuke hot, allowing the flavors to meld together. It can be enjoyed as a comforting lunch or dinner option.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, place the grilled salmon fillet on top of the rice and pour the green tea broth around it. Garnish with the sliced green onions, pickled plum, shredded nori seaweed, and toasted sesame seeds for an appealing visual contrast.