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Smoked Miso Salmon Ochazuke

A comforting and elegant Japanese dish, Smoked Miso Salmon Ochazuke features flaky smoked salmon and a rich miso broth poured over a bed of steamed rice. Garnished with crisp nori and fragrant scallions, it's a quick yet deeply satisfying meal.

Smoked Miso Salmon Ochazuke

Prep Time

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Servings

2

Calories

450 kcal

Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse the sushi rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Cook the rice according to package directions or using a rice cooker.

    ~20 min
  2. 2

    While the rice is cooking, prepare the broth. In a small bowl, whisk together the white miso paste and dashi granules with a splash of the hot water to form a smooth paste. Then, pour in the remaining hot water and whisk to combine.

    ~3 min
  3. 3

    Shred or flake the smoked salmon into bite-sized pieces.

    ~2 min
  4. 4

    Thinly slice the nori sheets into thin strips.

    ~1 min
  5. 5

    Thinly slice the scallions.

    ~1 min
  6. 6

    To assemble, divide the cooked rice between two serving bowls. Top each bowl with the flaked smoked salmon.

  7. 7

    Gently reheat the miso broth if needed, but do not boil it. Pour the warm miso broth over the rice and salmon in each bowl.

    ~5 min
  8. 8

    Garnish with the sliced nori, scallions, and optional toasted sesame seeds.

Tips

  • Avoid boiling the miso broth, as high heat can diminish its delicate flavor and aroma. Gently warm it just before serving.
  • You can use leftover cooked salmon if smoked salmon is unavailable. Ensure it's well-seasoned to compensate for the lack of smoky flavor.

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