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🌍Authentic Japanese recipe from a Japan-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Nibitashi Komatsuna

Cultural Context

Nibitashi Komatsuna is a traditional Japanese dish that showcases komatsuna, a leafy green vegetable often used in Japanese cuisine. This dish is typically enjoyed as a side dish, highlighting the freshness and flavor of the greens with a simple soy-based dressing. It's a popular choice for home-cooked meals, especially during the spring when komatsuna is in season. Variations can be found across Japan, adapting to local tastes and available ingredients, making it a beloved staple in many households.

JapaneseJPside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
200g komatsuna (Japanese mustard spinach)
50g aburaage (fried tofu)
1 tablespoon sesame oil
100ml water
3 tablespoons mentsuyu (noodle soup base)
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons sake (Japanese rice wine)

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a basic alternative.

mirin

🥗Healthier: rice vinegar

💰Cheaper: white sugar + water

Rice vinegar provides acidity, while sugar + water mimics sweetness.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat, while canola oil is more affordable.

1

Prepare the komatsuna by washing and cutting it into manageable pieces.

2

In a pot, heat the sesame oil and add the aburaage, sautéing until lightly browned.

3

Add the komatsuna to the pot and stir briefly.

4

Pour in the water, mentsuyu, sugar, and sake, and bring to a simmer.

5

Cook until the komatsuna is tender and the flavors meld together.

Cooking Techniques

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Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

soysesame

Also Known As

Komatsuna SaladJapanese Mustard Spinach Salad
Local Name: 煮浸しこまつな

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