Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge
Warm, comforting, and impossibly soothing, Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge is a classic dish that embodies simplicity and nourishment. Crafted from tender short-grain rice simmered gently in water until it reaches a creamy, velvety texture, this one-pot recipe is the ultimate comfort food. With just a touch of salt to enhance its delicate flavor, okayu can be customized with optional toppings like vibrant green onions, tangy pickled plum (umeboshi), nutty sesame seeds, or a splash of savory soy sauce. Perfect for chilly mornings, as a remedy for an upset stomach, or as a light, wholesome meal, this easy-to-make porridge takes only 5 minutes of prep and is ready to serve in under an hour. Discover the timeless appeal of this traditional Japanese dish, loved for its versatility and healing qualities.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Short-grain white rice
- 5 cups Water
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 stalks Green onion (optional, for topping)
- 1 piece Pickled plum (umeboshi, optional)
- 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (optional, for topping)
- 1 teaspoon Soy sauce (optional, for flavor)
Instructions
Rinse the rice under cold running water until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the rinsed rice and water.
Bring the pot to a boil over medium heat. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and cover the pot with a lid slightly ajar to prevent boiling over.
Simmer gently for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the rice from sticking to the bottom of the pot.
Once the mixture reaches a thick, porridge-like consistency, add the salt and stir to combine. If you prefer a thinner porridge, you can add a little more water and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove the pot from heat and ladle the okayu into serving bowls.
Optional: Top with sliced green onions, pickled plum (umeboshi), sesame seeds, or a drizzle of soy sauce for extra flavor.
Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 2.2 g | 3% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1755 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.7 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.5 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 141 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
