Ochazuke – Green Tea Over Rice
In the quiet lanes of Kyoto, ochazuke whispers a tale that spans centuries. Born of necessity, this humble dish became a cherished tradition. Imagine a weary traveler, sheltered from the rain, as an innkeeper pours green tea over leftover rice, adding shreds of seaweed and fish. Thus, ochazuke was born.
Today, it's more than a dish; it's a ritual, a warm embrace on a chilly evening. As we embark on our own ochazuke adventure, let's honor the history woven into each comforting sip. It's time to bring a piece of Kyoto's teahouse magic into our homes.
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This Japanese classic, born from ingenuity and simplicity, is a perfect way to transform leftover rice into a dish that feels like a warm hug for your taste buds.
- 1 cup left over rice (or you can use freshly cooked rice)
- 2 bag of green tea
- 2 tbsp cooked mackerel tuna (shredded it)
- 1 tbsp crushed seaweed flakes
- Sesame seed (for garnish)
- Water (to make the tea)
Boil water and let the two green tea bags steep in it for a couple of minutes. Once it's brewed to perfection, set it aside.
Take that beautiful mound of rice and place it in your favorite bowl.
Sprinkle the shredded mackerel tuna over the rice, followed by the crushed seaweed flakes.
Now, gently pour the fragrant green tea over the rice until it's swimming in tea goodness.
Top it off with a final sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 324kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6.4g10%
- Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
- Cholesterol 16mg6%
- Sodium 44mg2%
- Potassium 176mg6%
- Total Carbohydrate 54.1g19%
- Dietary Fiber 0.8g4%
- Protein 10.2g21%
- Calcium 19 mg
- Iron 16 mg
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
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Mindful Tea Pouring: When pouring the green tea over the rice, do it slowly and evenly. This ensures that every grain of rice gets a chance to soak up the tea's flavor.Â
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Don't Over-Stir: While it's important to mix your ingredients, be gentle. Over-stirring can turn your ochazuke into a mushy affair. A few careful stirs are all you need to marry the flavors.