This fantastic toddler-friendly recipe for Chawan Mushi Ohitashi is perfect for the little ones in your life. This traditional Japanese appetizer is easy to make and filled with yummy flavors and textures that even picky eaters will love. It’s an ideal dish to introduce toddlers to the wonderful world of Japanese cuisine. Try this delicious recipe now to wow your toddler’s taste buds!

General Information

Servings: 3 Calories: 203 Protein: 16 g Carbs: 4 g Fats: 12 g Preparation Time: 15 minutes Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups of dashi
• 1 teaspoon of soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons of mirin
• 3 teaspoons of sake
• 2 large eggs
• 15 grams of bonito flakes
• 12 grams of dried shiitake mushrooms
• 150 grams of firm tofu cubed
• 3 tablespoons of minced green onion

Directions

1. In a saucepan over low heat add the dashi soy sauce mirin and sake. Stir until combined and remove from heat.

2. Beat the eggs until the yolks and whites are completely blended.

3. Add the bonito flakes shiitake mushrooms and tofu to the saucepan with the dashi mixture.

4. Gradually pour in the beaten eggs into the saucepan while stirring in a circular motion.

5. Return the saucepan to the stove over medium heat. Simmer the chawanmushi ohitashi for 7 minutes until it forms a soft custard-like texture.

6. Remove the ohitashi from heat and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.

7. To serve top the ohitashi with green onion and give it a light sprinkle of bonito flakes.

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Recommended Sides

• Miso Soup
• Steamed Rice
• Salad