Oyako Don, quick & easy under 20 minute recipe

Donburi, also known as 'Don', is a popular Japanese dish that literally means 'rice bowl'. It consists of a bowl of cooked rice topped with various ingredients ranging from meat and fish to vegetables. It is easy to prepare, versatile, and provides a balanced meal in one bowl. Donburi is also known for its different variations such as Oyako Don, Gyu Don, and Vegan Don, each offering unique flavors and textures but all sharing the same basic concept of a one-bowl meal.

Oyako Don is a delicious and classic donburi dish from Japan. The dish consists of juicy pieces of chicken and creamy eggs, creating a perfect harmony of flavors and textures. The name "Oyako Don" is derived from the Japanese word for "parent and child", symbolizing the key ingredients of this dish. The idea behind the name is that the chicken represents the parent and the eggs represent the child. This dish is not only a culinary delight but also a tribute to the bond between parent and child. Want to experience this delicious Oyako Don yourself? Here's a simple recipe to try:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Japanese cooked rice
• 280g chicken thigh, thinly sliced
• 2-3 eggs, roughly beaten
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons mirin
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 120ml dashi (Japanese broth)
• 1 tablespoon Sake

Optional:

• Spring onion
• Shichimi Togarashi
• Sansho pepper