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Japanese Rice Soup

Healing Japanese Rice Soup for Cozy Nights at Home

This Healing Japanese Rice Soup brings warmth and comfort, featuring savory broth, cooked rice, and tender eggs. Perfect for cozy nights.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2 bowls
Course: Dishes
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 cup Cooked Rice Leftover rice works well.
  • 4 cups Low-Sodium Chicken Broth or Vegetable Broth Flavorful base.
For the Egg Ribbons
  • 1 large Egg (whisked) For richness and texture.
For Flavor Enhancements
  • 2 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce or Tamari For umami flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated) For warmth and spice.
For Freshness and Color
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onions (sliced) Adds freshness.
For Seasoning
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Cooked Chicken, Tofu, Spinach, Peas, Carrots, or Mushrooms For added nutrition.

Equipment

  • medium pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium pot, pour in your low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth and set over medium heat to simmer.
  2. Once simmering, add grated ginger and soy sauce or tamari and stir for about 1 minute.
  3. Add cooked rice, distribute well, and let simmer for 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Reduce heat to low and slowly drizzle in the whisked egg, stirring continuously for about 1 minute.
  5. Incorporate sliced green onions and any optional add-ins, stirring gently for another minute.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then let the soup rest for about 2 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Rinse the rice to prevent gumminess; use fresh ginger for stronger flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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