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Delicious Donburi
Dive into the heart of Japanese comfort food with this mouthwatering donburi! A steaming bowl of fluffy rice serves as the perfect foundation for tender chicken, vibrant vegetables, and a beautifully fried egg, all drizzled with a rich, savory soy-mirin sauce. This dish is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures, making it an ideal choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a cozy weekend meal. With roots dating back to the Edo period, donburi has evolved into a versatile dish, allowing for endless customization with different toppings and ingredients to suit your palate.
Ingredients
- Nori seaweed
- 2 sheets, cut into strips
- Eggs
- 4 large
- Sugar
- 1 tablespoon
- Mirin
- 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Green onions
- 2, chopped
- Carrot
- 1 large, julienned
- Onion
- 1 medium, sliced
- Chicken breast
- 2, boneless and skinless
- Cooked rice
- 4 cups, warm
- Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and sear for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest for a few minutes before slicing it into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and julienned carrot. Sauté for about 3-4 minutes until they are softened and fragrant, stirring occasionally.
- Return the sliced chicken to the skillet with the sautéed onion and carrot.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, mirin, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved. Pour this sauce over the chicken and vegetables, stirring well to coat everything evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- In a separate non-stick pan, fry the eggs sunny-side up, cooking until the whites are set but the yolks remain runny, about 3-4 minutes.
- To assemble the donburi, divide the warm cooked rice into four bowls. Generously top each bowl with the chicken and vegetable mixture.
- Carefully place a fried egg on top of each bowl, ensuring the yolk remains intact.
- Garnish with chopped green onions and strips of nori seaweed for a delightful finish.
- Serve immediately and savor the comforting flavors of this classic donburi!
Tips
- For a spicy kick, add a sprinkle of shichimi togarashi (Japanese seven spice) on top before serving.
- Feel free to customize your donburi with other proteins like beef or tofu, or add vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or bok choy.
- Make sure to use warm rice to enhance the overall experience and flavor absorption of the dish.
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 Dish Type: Main Course Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes Calories: 550 Fat: 20g Carbs: 70g Protein: 30g Sodium: 900mg Sugar: 4g
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