Natto with Ikura

Natto with Ikura is a delightful and nutritious Japanese dish that combines the earthy flavors of fermented soybeans with the rich, briny taste of salmon roe. This high-protein seafood dish is not only satisfying but also packed with health benefits.

Natto with Ikura
10 minutes
Difficulty: Easy
Japanese
420 kcal

Ingredients

  • Natto - 200 grams
  • Ikura (salmon roe) - 100 grams
  • Cooked rice - 200 grams
  • Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
  • Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons
  • Wasabi - 1 teaspoon (optional)
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
  • Nori (seaweed) sheets - 2 sheets, cut into strips

Steps

  1. Prepare the cooked rice and keep it warm.
  2. In a bowl, place the natto and mix it with soy sauce until well combined and slightly frothy.
  3. Divide the warm rice into two serving bowls.
  4. Top each bowl of rice with half of the natto mixture.
  5. Gently spoon ikura over the natto in each bowl.
  6. Sprinkle chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top.
  7. If desired, add a small dollop of wasabi for extra flavor.
  8. Serve with nori strips on the side for wrapping or garnish.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 420
  • Protein: 25 g
  • Carbs: 50 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 70 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein from natto and ikura, supporting muscle health.
  • Contains omega-3 fatty acids from ikura, promoting heart health.

Tags

JapaneseHigh ProteinSeafood Dish