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Simmered Hijiki Seaweed

Cultural Context

Simmered Hijiki Seaweed is a traditional Japanese dish often enjoyed as part of a bento box or as a side dish in home-cooked meals. Hijiki, a type of edible seaweed, is valued for its rich mineral content and is often associated with health and longevity in Japanese culture. Today, this dish is popular not only in Japan but also in various global cuisines, where it is appreciated for its unique texture and umami flavor.

JapaneseJPside
45 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
130g dried hijiki seaweed
2 pieces aburaage (fried tofu)
1/2 carrot
400cc katsuobushi dashi (bonito broth)
80cc mentsuyu (noodle soup base)
40cc mirin
10-15cc salad oil (for sautéing)

hijiki seaweed

🥗Healthier: arame seaweed

💰Cheaper: nori seaweed

Arame is lower in sodium and easier to find, while nori is more affordable.

shiitake mushrooms

🥗Healthier: button mushrooms

💰Cheaper: canned mushrooms

Button mushrooms are lower in calories, and canned mushrooms are often less expensive.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: sugar + water

Rice vinegar has fewer calories, and sugar + water mimics sweetness.

dashi stock

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + soy sauce

Vegetable broth is lower in sodium, and the alternative is cost-effective.

1

Soak the dried hijiki seaweed in water until it expands and softens.

2

Cut the aburaage into small pieces and the carrot into thin strips.

3

Heat the salad oil in a frying pan over medium heat.

4

Add the carrot and sauté until it softens.

5

Add the aburaage and hijiki to the pan and stir-fry briefly.

6

Pour in the katsuobushi dashi, mentsuyu, and mirin.

7

Simmer the mixture until the liquid reduces and the flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

frying pan

Spice Level:

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Also Known As

Hijiki no NimonoSimmered Hijiki
Local Name: ひじき煮

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