Parent and Child Domburi (Oyako Domburi)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 13

Parent and Child Domburi (Oyako Domburi) Recipe for a Comforting Japanese Meal

by The Chefin Japanese

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

570

Sugar

Fat

13g

Parent and Child Domburi (Oyako Domburi) is a classic Japanese chicken and egg rice bowl dish that translates to 'parent and child' because it features both chicken and egg. It is a dish that is served in many Japanese households, and it is also a popular menu item in Japanese restaurants around the world. This dish is a perfect example of Japanese comfort food, as it is easy to make and is both filling and satisfying. It is also a great dish for meal prep, as it can be made in large quantities and reheated throughout the week.

Instructions

1.	Rinse rice and prepare in a rice cooker.
2.	Cut chicken into bite-size pieces.
3.	In a pot, mix chicken stock, mirin, and soy sauce, then add chicken and cook over medium heat until done.
4.	Beat eggs with salt.
5.	Place chicken and spring onions in individual bowls on top of the rice in the rice cooker.
6.	Pour beaten eggs over chicken and spring onions.
7.	Cook rice as normal, then mix well and serve.

PROS

Parent and Child Domburi is a comforting and satisfying one-bowl dish that is easy to make and perfect for a busy weeknight.

The combination of tender chicken, fluffy rice, and savory egg is a winning flavor.

This dish is also customizable, as you can add any vegetables you like.

CONS

Parent and Child Domburi can be high in sodium if too much soy sauce is used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Parent and Child Domburi is a balanced meal that features protein, carbohydrates, and vegetables.
Rice is a great source of energy, while chicken provides lean protein.
Eggs are a great source of choline, which supports brain health, and are also high in vitamin D and selenium.
Spring onions are rich in vitamin C and fiber.

	2 1/2 cups short-grain rice
	1 large chicken breast fillets or 3 chicken thigh fillets
	2 cups chicken stock
	3 tablespoons mirin or 3 tablespoons dry sherry
	5 tablespoons Japanese soy sauce
	6 eggs
	1/4 teaspoon salt
	6 spring onions , thinly sliced