Japanese Rice Set

The classic ichiju-sansai breakfast of steamed rice, miso soup, grilled fish, pickles, and simmered vegetables.

Ingredients

• 400g thinly sliced beef
• 300g soba noodles
• a handful of sliced scallion whites
• 1 1/2 tsp wasabi paste
• 2 tbsp neutral vegetable oil
• a generous handful of napa cabbage
• a handful of fresh mitsuba, chopped
• bonito flakes, for serving
• 500ml water

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather and prep the nori sheets and sushi-grade tuna, measuring everything out so it is ready to go.

2. 2

   Heat neutral vegetable oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat until warm but not smoking.

3. 3

   Add the minced garlic and shiitake mushrooms, cooking gently until softened, about 3-4 minutes.

4. 4

   Stir in the sushi-grade tuna, season with cracked black pepper, and cook until just done, about 20 mins.

5. 5

   Warm the nori sheets alongside, turning once, until heated through and lightly toasted.

6. 6

   Plate the nori sheets and spoon the cooked mixture over the top.

7. 7

   Drizzle with mirin and finish with a sprinkle of chives.

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