Classic Tamago Kake Gohan (TKG) Recipe
Tamago Kake Gohan is the ultimate Japanese comfort breakfast that'll warm your soul! It's basically the most heavenly combination of hot steamed rice and silky raw egg, brought together with a splash of soy sauce. Trust me, once you try this, you'll be HOOKED! 🥚
Ingredients
- Get ready for the simplest ingredient list ever! 🙌
- 1 cup premium Japanese short-grain rice
- 1¼ cups cold water
- 1 fresh large egg room temperature is best!
- 2 teaspoons premium soy sauce
- Optional toppings because why not?:
- 1 tablespoon furikake seasoning
- 1 sheet nori cut into strips
- 1 green onion finely chopped
Instructions
- Let's Make Some Magic! 🌟
- First things first - let's get that rice PERFECT:
- Rinse the rice until the water runs clear (usually 3-4 times)
- Pop it in your rice cooker with the water
- Hit that start button and let the magic happen!
- While the rice is cooking (about 15-20 minutes), let's prep our station:
- Get your serving bowl ready
- Bring that egg to room temperature
- Have your soy sauce standing by!
- Once the rice is done (and this is crucial!), let it steam for an extra 5-10 minutes. I know it's tempting to dig in right away, but patience makes perfect! 😉
- Now for the fun part:
- Scoop that hot, fluffy rice into your bowl
- Make a cute little well in the center
- Crack your egg right in there (like you're creating a little egg nest!)
- Pour your soy sauce around the edges
- Mix it all up until it's creamy and gorgeous!
- Time for the finishing touches:
- Sprinkle with furikake if using
- Add your nori strips
- Scatter those green onions
- Take a moment to admire your creation! 📸
Notes
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 350
- Protein: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fat: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Cholesterol: 185mg
- Iron: 1mg
- Calcium: 50mg