Kinoko Gohan

Kinoko Gohan is a flavorful Japanese rice dish that showcases the umami of various mushrooms combined with a subtle hint of soy sauce and sesame oil. This comforting one-pot meal is perfect for mushroom lovers and is both satisfying and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

• Short-grain rice - 1 cup (200g)
• Water - 1.5 cups (360ml)
• Mixed mushrooms (shiitake, enoki, and button) - 200g, sliced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Green onions - 2, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Salt - to taste
• Black sesame seeds - for garnish (optional)

Steps

1. Rinse the short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear, then soak for 30 minutes.
2. In a medium pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and sauté the minced garlic and grated ginger until fragrant, about 1 minute.
3. Add the sliced mixed mushrooms to the pot and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until they soften.
4. Drain the soaked rice and add it to the pot with the mushrooms. Stir to combine.
5. Pour in the water, soy sauce, and mirin. Add salt to taste and bring to a gentle boil.
6. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover with a lid, and let it simmer for 15 minutes without lifting the lid.
7. After 15 minutes, turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for an additional 10 minutes to finish cooking.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork, then gently fold in the chopped green onions.
9. Serve warm, garnished with black sesame seeds if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 65 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.36 L

Health Benefits

• Mushrooms are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, promoting immune health.
• Short-grain rice provides a good source of carbohydrates for energy.

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