Salmon Ochazuke

Salmon Ochazuke

A simple Japanese comfort meal that’s light, nourishing and incredibly easy to make. When I want something warm but not too heavy, this is one of my favourite meals. Grilled salmon, fluffy rice, bonito flakes and furikake are brought together with a comforting bowl of warm tea. It’s simple enough for busy weekdays, yet satisfying enough that all four of my kids finished everything.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins

Ingredients

  • Salmon fillets
  • Salt
  • Black pepper
  • Calrose rice
  • Bonito flakes
  • Furikake
  • Roasted sesame seeds
  • Chamoment tea bags (or green tea if preferred)
  • Hot water for tea

Instructions

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  1. Brew the Chamoment tea by steeping the tea bags in hot water for a few minutes then set aside.
  2. Season the salmon with salt and black pepper.
  3. Air fry or grill at 180°C for about 20 minutes, or until cooked through.
  4. Divide the rice into serving bowls.
  5. Flake the salmon over the rice or just one fillet itself.
  6. Top with bonito flakes, furikake and roasted sesame seeds.
  7. Pour the warm tea over rice just before serving.
  8. Enjoy immediately while warm.

💜 Tips for Kids

If your little ones are new to ochazuke, start by pouring less tea over the rice so it isn’t too soupy or use a milder flavour tea bags. My kids actually enjoyed the mild flavour and all four of them finished their bowls.

📝 Amanda's Notes

I used Chamoment instead of the traditional green tea because it’s health benefits. It’s naturally caffeine free, making it a lovely option for both adults and children. The flavour is light and comforting and it pairs beautifully with the salmon.

You can also swap the salmon for grilled fish, shredded chicken or even leftover cooked fish, depending on what you already have at home. As always, don’t be afraid to make it your own. 🤍

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