Japanese-Style One Pot Supper

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 16
Japanese-Style One Pot Supper recipe for a hearty dinner
in Main

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

3 ounces dried bean thread noodles ( saifun or cellophane noodles , )
5 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/2 cup mirin or 1/2 cup cream sherry
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
3 -5 slices peeled fresh ginger ( thin slices )
12 ounces chicken thigh fillets or 12 ounces chicken breast fillets , cut into 1-inch dice
1 small red bell pepper , seeded , stemmed , and cut into thin slices
4 ounces sugar snap peas or 4 ounces snow peas
4 ounces button mushrooms , sliced
8 ounces firm tofu , drained and cut into 1-in . cubes
3 green onions , cut into 1-in . lengths ( green and white parts )
sriracha hot chili sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
213
Sugar
7g
Fat
7g
This Japanese-style one pot supper is a popular comfort food in Japan, often enjoyed with family and friends. It's a hearty and healthy meal that's easy to make and perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. The mix of chicken, tofu, and vegetables, along with the noodles, creates a well-balanced combination of flavors and nutrients that will satisfy any appetite. The use of soy sauce and ginger in the recipe give the dish a distinct and delicious umami flavor that's sure to please.

Instructions

1.Soak the bean thread noodles in warm water for 10 minutes, then drain and set aside.
2.In a large pot, bring the chicken broth, mirin, soy sauce, sugar, and ginger to a boil over medium-high heat.
3.Add the chicken and red bell pepper to the pot and let simmer for 5 minutes.
4.Add the sugar snap peas, mushrooms, and tofu to the pot and let simmer for another 5 minutes.
5.Add the soaked noodles and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender.
6.Serve hot with green onions and sriracha hot chili sauce on top.

PROS

This dish is easy to make and packed with flavor and nutrition.
It’s a great one-pot meal for a quick and hearty dinner.

CONS

The dish may be too salty for some people due to the high sodium content in soy sauce and chicken broth.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish is high in protein from the chicken and tofu, and rich in vitamins and minerals from the vegetables and noodles. The ginger in the recipe may help with digestion and reduce inflammation.

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