Best 2 Breakfast Rice From Japan Recipes

Breakfast rice, a staple of Japanese cuisine, has captivated the world with its delectable flavors and versatility. From the fluffy and aromatic white rice to the savory and nutritious brown rice, Japanese breakfast rice offers an array of options to tantalize any palate. Embark on a culinary journey to discover the secrets of perfectly cooked Japanese breakfast rice, exploring the different types of rice, the essential cooking techniques, and the various accompaniments that elevate this simple dish into a symphony of flavors.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

BREAKFAST RICE FROM JAPAN

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Healthy and quick breakfast I learned from friends in Tokyo. Use chilled white or brown rice. Adjust ingredients for your hunger needs and enjoy!

Provided by caquilter

Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian

Time 15m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 cup cold cooked rice, or more to taste
1 egg, or more to taste
2 green onions, sliced, or more to taste
2 teaspoons soy sauce, or to taste

Steps:

Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Spread rice in a flat layer in the skillet; cook until crispy on the bottom, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir egg into rice until scrambled, about 2 minutes more. Sprinkle green onions on top. Season with soy sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 332.3 calories, Carbohydrate 47.9 g, Cholesterol 186 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 11.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 673.9 mg, Sugar 1.3 g

BREAKFAST RICE

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This recipe is posted by request and was found on the net. No name attached. Please let me know how it is. Cook time does not reflect rice cooking time.

Provided by Diana Adcock

Categories Breakfast

Time 20m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

3 cups cooked rice (cold, leftover rice is best)
1/2 lb bulk sausage
1/2 cup green pepper, chopped
1/2 cup onion, chopped
1/2 cup sliced mushrooms
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup Velveeta cheese or 1/2 cup Cheese Whiz, melted with a little milk to make a thick-ish sauce

Steps:

In a large, heavy skillet saute sausage, green peppers, onions and mushrooms until sausage is crumbled and cooked through, around 10 minutes.
Pour off all but 1 T of the fat.
Add the rice, garlic powder and black pepper, cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring often.
In a small saucepan or microwaveable dish melt the velvetta or cheese whiz with a little milk to make a"just pourable" sauce.
Remove rice skillet from heat, add the cheese sauce and mix well.
The rice mixture should be sticky.
Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 328.3, Fat 10.9, SaturatedFat 2.9, Cholesterol 41.4, Sodium 289.5, Carbohydrate 43.5, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 1.5, Protein 12.5

Tips:

Choose the right rice: Short-grain rice is the best choice for breakfast rice because it cooks up fluffy and sticky.
Rinse the rice thoroughly: This will remove the starch and help the rice cook evenly.
Use a heavy-bottomed pot: This will help distribute the heat evenly and prevent the rice from burning.
Add the right amount of water: The general rule of thumb is 1 cup of rice to 1 1/4 cups of water.
Bring the rice to a boil, then reduce the heat to low: This will help the rice cook evenly and prevent it from becoming mushy.
Let the rice rest for 5 minutes before serving: This will allow the rice to absorb all of the moisture.

Conclusion:

Breakfast rice is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. Whether you like it plain, with toppings, or as part of a larger meal, there's sure to be a breakfast rice recipe that you'll love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, give one of these recipes a try.