• 30
    min
    Prep Time
  • 50
    min
    Cook Time
  • 80
    min
    Ready in

  • per
    Yield
  • 350
    cal
    Calories
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Recipe Overview

  • Author’s name:Vegor
  • Recipe type:Vegan
  • Allergens:
  • Seasons:fall
  • Cuisines:
  • Courses:dinner,lunch,fall

Recipe Description

Classic Vegan Kuri Gohan, a traditional Japanese chestnut rice dish, offers a harmonious blend of nutty chestnuts with the subtle sweetness of sticky rice, creating a comforting and satisfying meal. This dish, deeply rooted in Japanese culinary culture, is commonly prepared to celebrate the seasonal bounty of chestnuts in the autumn. Vegan-friendly, it meticulously substitutes any animal-based ingredients with plant-based alternatives, ensuring the essence of this delicacy is preserved while making it accessible to those on a vegan diet. Perfect for a nourishing dinner, it embodies the simplicity and elegance of Japanese cuisine, offering a unique taste experience. Whether you are an avid fan of Japanese dishes or looking to expand your culinary horizons, this vegan Kuri Gohan is sure to impress with its delightful flavors and textures.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups short-grain rice
  • 1 cup chestnuts, peeled
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1 tablespoon sake
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 1/2 cups water
  • 1 sheet nori, shredded for garnish
  • Spring onions, chopped for garnish

Steps:

  1. Rinse the rice until the water runs clear.
  2. Soak the rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.
  3. In a saucepan, add the rice, water, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and salt. Add the chestnuts on top.
  4. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low and simmer for 20 minutes.
  5. Turn off the heat and let it steam for 10 more minutes.

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