Takoraisu - Japanese-Inspired Rice and Taco Bowl

Ingredients

• 2 cups (400g) Japanese rice 2 cups (400g) Japanese rice
• 1 pound (450g) ground beef or chicken 1 pound (450g) ground beef or chicken
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon cumin powder 1 teaspoon cumin powder
• 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1 cup lettuce, shredded 1 cup lettuce, shredded
• 1 cup tomatoes, diced 1 cup tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup cucumbers, sliced 1 cup cucumbers, sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise 2 tablespoons Japanese mayonnaise
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 2g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   Cook the Japanese rice according to package instructions.
2. 2.
   In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
3. 3.
   Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until translucent.
4. 4.
   Add the ground beef or chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.
5. 5.
   Stir in the cumin powder, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for an additional 2 minutes.
6. 6.
   In a serving bowl, layer the cooked rice, seasoned meat, lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers.
7. 7.
   Drizzle the soy sauce and Japanese mayonnaise over the top.
8. 8.
   Garnish with fresh cilantro.
9. 9.
   Serve hot and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground beef or chicken — Make sure to cook the meat thoroughly to ensure food safety.
• Japanese rice — Rinse the rice before cooking to remove excess starch and achieve a fluffy texture.

Tips & Tricks

• For a spicier kick, add a dash of hot sauce or sprinkle some red pepper flakes on top.
• Customize your Takoraisu by adding additional toppings such as avocado, pickled jalapenos, or shredded cheese.
• If you prefer a vegetarian version, substitute the meat with seasoned tofu or tempeh.
• To save time, you can use pre-cooked rice or leftover rice from a previous meal.
• Experiment with different sauces such as sriracha or teriyaki for a unique twist.

Serving advice

Serve the Takoraisu in individual bowls, allowing each person to customize their toppings and mix them together before enjoying.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, arrange the colorful toppings in separate sections on top of the rice, creating a visually pleasing dish.