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Tamago Kake Gohan (TKG Japanese Egg on Rice)

A versatile and tasty recipe that’s quick to prepare and easy to enjoy.

Prep Time
5 mins
Total Time
5 mins
Servings: 1 serving
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Japanese

Ingredients

  • 150 g cooked Japanese short-grain rice
  • 1 tsp soy sauce
  • 1 pasteurized egg

Instructions

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  1. Place 150 g cooked Japanese short-grain rice in a bowl and drizzle with 1 tsp soy sauce.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk 1 pasteurized egg until the yolk and white is evenly combined.
  3. Pour the egg over the rice and mix well.
  4. Add toppings of your choice and enjoy a classic Japanese-style breakfast!

Notes

  • It's also common to just add the egg straight to the rice (rather than whisking it separately).
  • It's important to mix thoroughly before eating.
  • Tip: I often freeze 150g portions of cooked rice and then simply microwave when I make tamago kake gohan, this is convenient in the morning when time is limited!
  • If you don't have a rice cooker, check out my post "how to cook Japanese style rice on the stove". It also includes tips for freezing.