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japanese new year food

Japanese New Year Food: 5 Ways Ozoni Soup Warms Hearts


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A traditional Japanese New Year dish known for its symbolism and variety.


Ingredients

  • Ozoni soup: 1 liter dashi broth
  • Moji (rice cake): 4 pieces
  • Vegetables: 1 cup daikon radish, 1 cup carrot, sliced
  • Chicken: 200 grams, diced
  • Spinach: 1 cup, blanched
  • Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
  • Miso paste: 1 tablespoon

Instructions

  1. Prepare dashi broth in a pot.
  2. Add diced chicken and cook until done.
  3. Stir in sliced daikon and carrot, and cook until tender.
  4. Add moji and simmer until they soften.
  5. Mix in soy sauce and miso paste.
  6. Serve hot, garnished with spinach.

Notes

  • Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
  • Adjust seasoning according to personal taste.
  • Can be made vegetarian by omitting chicken.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Japanese

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg

Keywords: Japanese New Year food, Ozoni soup, traditional Japanese dish