Oyako-Don

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 3

Scrumptious Oyako-Don recipe for a satisfying meal

by The Chefin Japanese

Prep

15 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

650

Sugar

12g

Fat

18g

Oyako-don is a classic Japanese dish that translates to 'parent-and-child rice bowl' in English. The name comes from the fact that it is made with both chicken, the parent, and eggs, the child. It is a popular comfort food in Japan that is often served in casual dining restaurants and eaten at home. Oyako-don is a versatile dish that can be adjusted to your liking by adding vegetables such as mushrooms or bell peppers, or by using tofu instead of chicken for a vegetarian version.

Instructions

1.	Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and thinly slice the onion.
2.	In a pan, add the chicken, onion, frozen green pea, soy sauce, sugar, mirin, and sake.
3.	Add 1 cup of water and bring to a boil.
4.	Cover and simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through.
5.	In a small bowl, beat the eggs.
6.	Uncover the pan and pour the eggs on top of the chicken mixture.
7.	Cover and cook for another 2-3 minutes or until the eggs are cooked.
8.	Serve the oyako-don on top of a bowl of steamed rice.

PROS

Oyako-don is a one-bowl meal that is quick and easy to make.

The combination of chicken, eggs, and rice makes it a satisfying and filling meal.

It is also a flavorful dish that can be adjusted to your preferred level of sweetness and saltiness.

CONS

Depending on the amount of sugar and soy sauce used, oyako-don can be high in sodium and calories.

It is important to use low-sodium soy sauce and reduce the amount of sugar used to make it a healthier meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Oyako-don is a good source of protein, vitamin B6, and selenium from the chicken, as well as choline and omega-3 fatty acids from the eggs.
The dish also contains fiber and complex carbohydrates from the rice, making it a balanced meal that is satisfying and energizing.

	150 g chicken thighs
	1 onion
	1 tablespoon frozen green pea
	2 eggs
	3 tablespoons soy sauce
	4 teaspoons sugar
	2 teaspoons mirin ( sweetened sake )
	2 teaspoons sake