Light tofu is used as the main ingredient, and eggplants and mushrooms, which contain a lot of potassium to help excrete sodium, are used. The broth was made with bonito flakes to add richness and reduce salt intake to reduce sodium intake.
Calories
669kcal
Carbs
19.35g
Protein
3.91g
Fat
6.2g
Sodium
311.6mg
Ingredients
Others
Ingredients Tofu(50g), Eggplant(20g), Shiitake Mushroom(30g), Onion(10g), Egg(15g) Rice(200g), Bonito Flakes(1g) Broth Ingredients Water(200g), Kelp(1g), Bonito Flakes(1g) Seasoning Pepper Powder(0.1g), Starch Powder(1g), Rice Wine (Cheongju)(1g), Sugar(1g), Soy Sauce(2g), Starch Water(18g)
Finding these ingredients in the US
- KelpDried kelp — sold as 'dashima' at Korean markets or as 'kombu' at Japanese and health-food stores.
- Shiitake MushroomFresh shiitake are in most supermarket produce sections; rehydrated dried ones give even deeper flavor.
- Starch PowderPotato starch is at most supermarkets near the flours. Cornstarch swaps 1:1 for thickening and coating.
- Soy SauceAny supermarket soy sauce works here; low-sodium versions swap in 1:1.
- TofuAny supermarket tofu works — pick firm for stews and stir-fries, silken for soft soups.
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g of main ingredientsEggplant
- Rich in dietary fiber (2.7g) — can support digestion and help you feel full
- Rich in vitamin B2 (0.16mg) — supports energy metabolism and healthy skin
Shiitake Mushroom
- Rich in vitamin B3 (niacin) (3.1mg) — supports energy metabolism and skin health
- Rich in dietary fiber (4.9g) — can support digestion and help you feel full
Onion
- Contains dietary fiber (1.6g) — can support digestion and help you feel full
Egg
- Rich in protein (13g) — used to build and maintain muscle and body tissue
- Rich in vitamin B2 (0.32mg) — supports energy metabolism and healthy skin
Rice
- Contains protein (2.6g) — used to build and maintain muscle and body tissue
Source: RDA National Standard Food Composition Table. General nutritional info, not a claim of medical benefit.
Instructions
Follow the steps to see at a glance when and how each ingredient is used.
🔍Boil kelp in cold water, remove, turn off the heat, and steep bonito flakes to make broth.
🔍Dice the tofu and eggplant, julienne the shiitake mushroom and onion, and beat the egg.
🔍Drain the tofu and eggplant, season with pepper, lightly coat with starch, and grill in an oiled pan, then remove.
🔍Add rice wine, sugar, and soy sauce to broth (1 cup), add shiitake mushroom and onion, and braise to make rice bowl sauce.
🔍Pour in egg wash and stir until cooked, then add starch water and boil to a thick consistency.
🔍Place rice in a bowl, serve with the rice bowl sauce, and top with tofu, eggplant, and bonito flakes to finish.