Sake Chazuke

Sake Chazuke is a comforting Japanese dish that combines warm rice with savory dashi broth and fresh seafood, creating a delightful balance of flavors. This healthy bowl is perfect for a light meal and is both nourishing and satisfying.

Ingredients

• Cooked white rice - 200g
• Dashi stock - 500ml
• Sake - 50ml
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Nori (seaweed) - 2 sheets, cut into strips
• Cooked salmon (or any seafood of choice) - 100g, flaked
• Green onions - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Pickled ginger - 2 tablespoons (for garnish)
• Salt - to taste

Steps

1. In a saucepan, combine the dashi stock, sake, soy sauce, and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
2. While the broth is heating, divide the cooked rice between two bowls.
3. Once the broth is simmering, taste and adjust the seasoning with salt if necessary.
4. Pour the hot broth over the rice in each bowl, ensuring the rice is well covered.
5. Top each bowl with the flaked salmon, nori strips, and chopped green onions.
6. Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top and add pickled ginger as a garnish.
7. Serve immediately while hot, allowing diners to mix the ingredients together.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 20 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 55 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids from seafood, which support heart health.
• Contains antioxidants from green onions and pickled ginger, promoting overall wellness.

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