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Recipe
Takikomi Gohan - Japanese Mixed Rice
Harmony in a Bowl: A Flavorful Journey through Takikomi Gohan
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Takikomi Gohan is a traditional Japanese dish that combines rice with a variety of ingredients, resulting in a flavorful and aromatic one-pot meal. This dish showcases the essence of Japanese cuisine, where simplicity meets complexity in a harmonious blend of flavors.
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Preparation time
10 minutes
Cooking time
20 minutes
Total time
30 minutes
Yields
4 servings
Preparation difficulty
Easy
Suitable for
Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, Dairy-free, Nut-free
Allergens
Soy (in soy sauce)
Not suitable for
Paleo, Keto, Low-carb, High-protein, Atkins
Ingredients
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2 cups (400g) Japanese short-grain rice 2 cups (400g) Japanese short-grain rice
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2 1/2 cups (590ml) vegetable broth 2 1/2 cups (590ml) vegetable broth
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1 carrot, diced 1 carrot, diced
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1 onion, finely chopped 1 onion, finely chopped
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1 cup (150g) mixed mushrooms (shiitake, shimeji, enoki), sliced 1 cup (150g) mixed mushrooms (shiitake, shimeji, enoki), sliced
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1 cup (150g) seasonal vegetables (such as snap peas, corn, or green beans), chopped 1 cup (150g) seasonal vegetables (such as snap peas, corn, or green beans), chopped
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2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
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1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine) 1 tablespoon mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
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1 tablespoon sake (Japanese rice wine) 1 tablespoon sake (Japanese rice wine)
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1 teaspoon sesame oil 1 teaspoon sesame oil
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1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon salt
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2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish) 2 green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)
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Sesame seeds (for garnish) Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Nutrition
- Calories (kcal / KJ): 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
- Fat (total, saturated): 2g, 0.3g
- Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 68g, 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Salt: 1.5g
Preparation
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1.Rinse the rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Drain well.
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2.In a large pot, combine the rice, vegetable broth, carrot, onion, mushrooms, seasonal vegetables, soy sauce, mirin, sake, sesame oil, and salt.
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3.Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a tight-fitting lid.
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4.Simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the rice is cooked and the liquid has been absorbed.
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5.Remove the pot from the heat and let it sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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6.Fluff the rice gently with a fork, mixing in the vegetables and mushrooms.
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7.Serve the Takikomi Gohan hot, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
Treat your ingredients with care...
- Mushrooms — Make sure to clean the mushrooms thoroughly and slice them evenly for even cooking.
- Seasonal vegetables — Choose fresh and vibrant vegetables according to the season for the best flavor and texture.
- Japanese short-grain rice — Rinse the rice well to remove excess starch and achieve a fluffy texture.
Tips & Tricks
- For added umami flavor, you can add a small piece of kombu (dried kelp) to the cooking liquid.
- Customize the dish by adding your favorite proteins such as tofu, chicken, or shrimp.
- Use a rice cooker for foolproof results and perfectly cooked rice.
- Leftover Takikomi Gohan can be transformed into delicious fried rice the next day.
- Experiment with different combinations of vegetables and mushrooms to create your own unique version of Takikomi Gohan.
Serving advice
Serve Takikomi Gohan as a main dish accompanied by a simple miso soup and a side of pickled vegetables for a complete and satisfying meal.
Presentation advice
Present the Takikomi Gohan in a beautiful ceramic bowl, allowing the vibrant colors of the ingredients to shine through. Garnish with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for an added touch of elegance.
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