How Japanese Cooking Changed in Last 50 years. Traditional and modern Japanese food recipes!

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: sugar + water

Rice vinegar offers a tangy flavor, while sugar + water mimics sweetness.

shiitake mushrooms

🥗Healthier: portobello mushrooms

💰Cheaper: button mushrooms

Portobello mushrooms have a similar texture, while button mushrooms are more affordable.

Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs clear.

Combine rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Heat sesame oil in a large pot over medium heat.

Add diced chicken and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add sliced carrots, shiitake mushrooms, and green peas; cook for 3-4 minutes.

Pour in soy sauce, mirin, and sake; stir to combine.

Reduce heat and cover, simmering for 10 minutes.

Add cooked rice to the pot and mix well.

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Garnish with chopped scallions before serving.

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