Oyako Don (親子丼)
Ingredients
- 60 g chicken thigh
- 2 green onion
- 2 egg
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 tbsp mirin (sweet sake)
- 3 tbsp water
- 1 pinch soup stock powder
Instructions
- Chop the green onions into 1-inch pieces.
- To prepare the chicken, remove the bone, tendons, and skin, and cut the meat into small pieces.
- Mix mirin, soy sauce, water, and soup stock powder to make a sauce.
- Mix 2 eggs gently (If you mix too vigorously, the eggs may not become fluffy)
- Heat the pan with oil and stir-fry chicken and green onions for about a minute.
- Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Place the egg whites.
- Once the egg white is cooked, add the yellow yolk to the pan.
- Let it simmer for 1 minute. (To avoid making the edge too hard. High temptress can cause the egg to become too firm)
- Place all the cooked ingredients over the white rice. (Including the sauce)
Video
The Gastronomic Masterpiece of Japanese Food!
Oyako Don is a delicious rice bowl that perfectly blends the flavors of chicken and eggs. The name of the Japanese dish, “Oyako,” represents the main ingredients used – chicken and eggs. The chicken and eggs signifying “parent and child.” This dish embodies the essence of Japanese culinary philosophy: simple yet profound.
The Culinary Drama of Oyako Don
The culinary journey of the dish starts with simmering small pieces of chicken. Then, sliced onions in a carefully crafted broth. The broth is a symphony of flavors, featuring soy sauce for saltiness, mirin for sweetness, and dashi for depth. The combination of chicken and onions creates a sweet and savory essence that tantalizes the taste buds.
To make this dish, first cook the chicken and onions until they are soft. Then, beat the eggs and pour them over the mixture. The eggs will cook slowly to create a creamy layer on top of the dish, adding flavor to the Oyako Don and making it delicious.
The last step in preparing the Oyako Don involves putting together all the ingredients on top of a layer of steamed rice. The combination of succulent chicken, caramelized onions, and smooth eggs creates a burst of flavors and textures. These are perfectly complemented by the fluffy rice. Each bite is a delightful blend of savory chicken, sweet onions, and creamy eggs, all working together in perfect harmony.
The Heart of a Home Kitchen in Japan
Oyako Don is more than just a dish; it’s a tribute to simplicity and the skill of combining a few essential ingredients to create an excellent culinary adventure. Whether savored in a lively Tokyo restaurant or prepared in the warmth of a home kitchen, this Japanese great soul food surpasses cultural walls to provide a satisfying and culturally enriching meal.
