Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 15

Satisfy Your Hunger with Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge

by The Chefin Ricees

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

204

Sugar

Fat

0.5g

Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge, a traditional Japanese dish, is often eaten as a breakfast food or as a comfort food when a person is unwell. The dish is gentle on the stomach and easy to digest. The porridge has a creamy texture and mild flavor, which can be enhanced by adding ingredients such as soy sauce, miso paste, or pickled vegetables. Some people enjoy consuming Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge when on a diet to lose weight or to improve digestion due to the high fiber content.

Instructions

1.	Rinse the rice well with water and strain it.
2.	Into a pot add the rice, water, and salt and bring to a boil. Once it starts boiling cover with a lid and reduce the heat to low.
3.	Cook for 30 minutes until the rice is soft and creamy.
4.	Before serving, sprinkle chopped green onion and sesame seeds on top of the porridge.

PROS

Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge is a delicious and comforting meal that is easy to make.

The porridge is an excellent way to use up leftover rice and it contains essential nutrients that will keep you full for a longer time.
Additionally, the dish is gluten-free and low in fat.

CONS

Although Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge is overall healthy, it may not be suitable for people with diabetes, as it contains carbohydrates and sugar from the rice.
Also, it may be bland for some people without any added flavorings.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Okayu Japanese Rice Porridge is rich in proteins, vitamins B and E, and minerals such as potassium, selenium, and magnesium, making it a healthy and nutritious meal. The dish is often recommended to people with an upset stomach as it is easy to digest.

	1/2 cup japanese rice
	3 cups water
	1/2 teaspoon salt
	some chopped green onion
	sesame seeds