This simple Japanese one-bowl dish, known as Ochazuke, is made by pouring green tea or dashi over steamed rice topped with a variety of ingredients. It’s a quick and healthy meal, perfect for when you want something light or are feeling under the weather. The best part? You can customize the toppings with whatever you have on hand, making it a versatile and easy-to-make Japanese comfort food.
Salmon Ochazuke 鮭茶漬け
Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 1 pc Palm-sized salmon fillet
- sachet Quality dashi pack
- 500 ml Water
- Vegetables of your choice
- Bonito flakes optional
- 1 bowl Cooked rice
Instructions
- Preheat your toaster oven to 250 °C. Place the salmon on parchment paper and grill for 7–8 minutes, aiming for a browned exterior while keeping the inside tender. Alternatively, you can pan-sear the salmon skin-side down on high heat for about 4 minutes.
- Remove the salmon from the oven or pan and allow it to cool slightly. Once manageable, flake the salmon into bite-sized pieces.
- In a small pot, bring 500 ml of water to a boil, add the dashi pack, and let it simmer for 3–5 minutes.
- Steam your vegetables: 5 minutes for firmer vegetables like carrots and broccoli stems, or 2–3 minutes for leafy greens.
- To assemble, place cooked rice in a bowl, top with flaked salmon and steamed vegetables, and pour over the hot dashi.
- Sprinkle some bonito flakes on top for an extra burst of flavour.
