Japanese-style Breakfast

Ingredients

While the English Breakfast is known for its hearty components like bacon, sausages, and baked beans, the Japanese-style Breakfast takes a lighter approach. It replaces the heavy meats with grilled fish or tofu, swaps out the baked beans for simmered vegetables, and introduces traditional Japanese seasonings like miso and soy sauce. The result is a breakfast that is both satisfying and healthy, showcasing the delicate flavors of Japanese cuisine. We alse have the original recipe for English Breakfast, so you can check it out.

• 2 cups (470ml) cooked rice 2 cups (470ml) cooked rice
• 4 sheets nori (seaweed) 4 sheets nori (seaweed)
• 4 small grilled fish fillets or 4 pieces of grilled tofu 4 small grilled fish fillets or 4 pieces of grilled tofu
• 4 eggs, boiled or poached 4 eggs, boiled or poached
• 1 cup (240ml) miso soup 1 cup (240ml) miso soup
• 1 cup (240ml) simmered vegetables (such as carrots, daikon radish, and green beans) 1 cup (240ml) simmered vegetables (such as carrots, daikon radish, and green beans)
• Soy sauce, for drizzling Soy sauce, for drizzling
• Pickled vegetables, for serving Pickled vegetables, for serving
• Green tea, for serving Green tea, for serving

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 8g, 2g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 50g, 5g
• Protein: 20g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Prepare the rice according to package instructions.
2. 2.
   Cut the nori sheets into thin strips.
3. 3.
   Grill the fish fillets or tofu until cooked through.
4. 4.
   Boil or poach the eggs to your desired doneness.
5. 5.
   Heat the miso soup in a small saucepan.
6. 6.
   In a separate saucepan, simmer the vegetables until tender.
7. 7.
   Arrange the cooked rice, nori strips, grilled fish or tofu, boiled or poached eggs, simmered vegetables, and pickled vegetables on individual plates.
8. 8.
   Drizzle soy sauce over the rice and serve with miso soup and green tea.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Nori — Toast the nori sheets lightly over a flame or in a dry skillet for a few seconds to enhance its flavor.
• Miso soup — Use a high-quality miso paste for the best flavor. Adjust the amount of miso paste according to your taste preference.
• Simmered vegetables — Cut the vegetables into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. Add a touch of soy sauce and mirin for extra flavor.

Tips & Tricks

• Experiment with different types of fish or tofu to find your favorite combination.
• Add a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped green onions for extra flavor and visual appeal.
• Serve with a side of Japanese pickles for a tangy contrast to the savory breakfast.
• Enjoy a cup of green tea alongside your Japanese-style Breakfast to complete the experience.
• Feel free to customize the simmered vegetables based on what is in season or your personal preferences.

Serving advice

Serve the Japanese-style Breakfast on individual plates, arranging the components in an aesthetically pleasing manner. Encourage your guests to mix and match flavors and textures to create their own unique bites.

Presentation advice

For an elegant presentation, use traditional Japanese tableware such as lacquerware or ceramic plates. Garnish the plates with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or a small edible flower for a touch of sophistication.