Ochazuke is a traditional Japanese dish that is perfect for those who love the combination of green tea and rice. This dish is a simple yet comforting meal that will warm your soul and delight your taste buds. Here are two different versions of this delicious dish that you can try at home.
Ochazuke with Grilled Salmon
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked Japanese rice
- 2 cups hot green tea
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 salmon fillets, grilled and flaked
- 1/2 cup nori, cut into thin strips
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
Instructions:
- Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.
- Pour hot green tea into each bowl until the rice is covered.
- Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to each bowl.
- Top each bowl with grilled salmon, nori, scallions, and sesame seeds.
- Stir and eat immediately.
Ochazuke with Grilled Chicken
Ingredients:
- 2 cups cooked Japanese rice
- 2 cups hot green tea
- 4 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 chicken breasts, grilled and sliced
- 1 cup pickled plum, diced
- 1 cup shredded nori
- 1 cup sesame seeds
Instructions:
- Divide the cooked rice into four bowls.
- Pour hot green tea into each bowl until the rice is covered.
- Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce to each bowl.
- Top each bowl with grilled chicken, pickled plum, shredded nori, and sesame seeds.
- Stir and eat immediately.
Both versions of ochazuke are delicious and easy to make. They are perfect for a quick and comforting meal on a cold day, or as a light and refreshing dish on a hot summer day. Give them a try and let us know which one is your favorite!