Ten Tei Donburi is a delicious and healthy Japanese rice bowl packed with nutritious ingredients, perfect for Australia’s little ones! This easy toddler recipe is filled with an array of flavors, including chicken, poached egg, zucchini, and paprika. With protein, vitamin-rich veggies and healthy fats, Ten Tei Donburi is the perfect lunchtime option for Australian toddlers. Its simple preparation and tasty flavor makes it an ideal meal for picky eaters as well.

General Information

Servings: 4
Keywords: Ten Tei Donburi, Rice Bowl
Calories: 251
Protein: 17.3 g
Carbs: 40.2 g
Fats: 4.8 g
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 large carrots, cut into thin matchstick (Julienne) slices
• 2 medium zucchinis, cut into thin matchstick (Julienne) slices
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 250g chicken breast, cut into 1 cm cubes
• 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 200g cup white Jasmine rice, rinsed and drained
• 500 ml of dashi, vegetable or chicken stock
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 large eggs
• 2 tablespoons black sesame seeds

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (177°C).
2. On a baking sheet, mix together carrots, zucchinis, 1 tablespoon olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Roast for 10 minutes or until the vegetables are just tender.
3. In a skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
4. Add cubed chicken and garlic to the pan, season with smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook chicken until it is brown, about 7 minutes.
5. In a medium saucepan, add rice and stock. Bring the mixture to a boil, and then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the liquid has been absorbed and the rice is cooked through.
6. Turn off the heat and stir in soy sauce and roasted vegetables.
7. In the same skillet, fry eggs sunny-side up or over easy.
8. Place the cooked rice in a bowl and top it with the sesame seeds. Add chicken and eggs to the top of the donburi and enjoy.

Recommended Sides

1. Pickled Ginger - adds a nice zing to the dish
2. Edamame - adds fiber and nutrition
3. Green Tea - to help wash down the meal and aid digestion
4. A joke - to keep the family laughing around the dinner table 😉