Kuri Gohan Soup

Kuri Gohan Soup is a comforting Japanese dish that beautifully combines the nutty flavor of chestnuts with the umami richness of miso broth. This vegetarian soup is not only delicious but also nourishing, perfect for a cozy meal.

Ingredients

• Cooked rice - 150 grams
• Chestnuts (cooked and peeled) - 100 grams
• Carrot (diced) - 50 grams
• Shiitake mushrooms (sliced) - 50 grams
• Miso paste - 2 tablespoons
• Dashi stock (vegetarian) - 500 ml
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Spring onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
• Tofu (cubed) - 100 grams
• Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat and add the diced carrots and sliced shiitake mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
2. Add the cooked chestnuts and cubed tofu to the pot, stirring gently to combine with the vegetables.
3. Pour in the dashi stock and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Reduce the heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
4. In a separate bowl, mix the miso paste with a small amount of the hot broth until smooth, then add it back into the pot along with the soy sauce.
5. Stir in the cooked rice and let the soup simmer for an additional 5 minutes to heat through.
6. Finally, garnish with sliced spring onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 50 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 700 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from vegetables.
• Contains antioxidants from chestnuts and mushrooms.

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