Shio Gohan

Shio Gohan is a simple yet flavorful Japanese rice dish seasoned with salt, emphasizing the natural taste of high-quality rice. This comforting dish is perfect as a side or base for a variety of toppings.

Ingredients

• Japanese short-grain rice - 150 grams
• Water - 200 milliliters
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Kombu (dried kelp) - 1 piece (about 5 cm)
• Chopped green onions - 2 tablespoons
• Toasted sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Rinse the Japanese short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear to remove excess starch.
2. Soak the rinsed rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
3. In a rice cooker or pot, combine the soaked rice, 200 milliliters of water, sea salt, and the piece of kombu.
4. If using a rice cooker, set it to the 'white rice' setting and start cooking. If using a pot, bring to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to low, cover, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the water is absorbed.
5. Once cooked, let the rice sit covered for 10 minutes to steam.
6. Remove the kombu, fluff the rice with a fork, and stir in the chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 310
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 66 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 0 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 1 g
• Saturated Fat: 0 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 1 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in carbohydrates for energy.
• Contains essential minerals from kombu, such as iodine.

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