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Donburi are Japanese rice dishes and a popular fast food. They are quite affordable, can be made quickly and taste delicious. But unlike Western fast food, which is often very fatty and unhealthy, they are much healthier. You can either prepare them very easily yourself or buy them in local restaurants. If you are new to Japanese cuisine, and are not sure yet if it is your taste, donburi are a great way to get started. There is a wide selection of ingredients you can use and you don't need any special techniques or materials for preparation.
What exactly are Donburi?
Donburi are rice dishes that, unlike usual, are served in just one bowl. Various toppings give each Donburi its own flavor. Here are a few popular recipes for you.
Which Donburi are there with chicken meat?
Chicken meat has a firm place in Japanese cuisine and is very popular fried, roasted or cooked. Oyakodon is a delicious Donburi that consists of chicken, egg and onions.
Which Donburi do seafood lovers like?
Another popular ingredient in Japanese cuisine is fish and seafood, which is not surprising, as Japan is surrounded by the sea. Sakedon is a healthy Donburi with fresh, raw salmon as a topping. Another Donburi that consists of raw seafood is the Kaisendon. However, be sure to make sure that the seafood is very fresh and of good quality.
Which Donburi are prepared with beef?
If you ever come home from a party in Japan, you'll probably come across the Gyudon. It is probably the most popular Donburi in Japan and can be served with various toppings. Another Donburi with beef is the Soboro-Don. Because it is prepared with minced meat, it is particularly popular with children. Here we have a recipe for this delicious bowl, which you can also very well complement with peas, spinach or other green vegetables.
Japan meets Germany: With Japanese schnitzel on rice
The Katsudon is a Japanese bowl with German ingredients! As a topping on the rice comes breaded pork schnitzel. Most of the time a scrambled egg is also added. There are some other dishes in Japanese cuisine that appear Western. For example, potato croquettes and potato salad.
For Tempura lovers: The Ten-Don
The Tendon bowl serves fried tempura with a delicious sauce on rice. The whole thing is super delicious, but it also has a lot of calories.
What do I need to cook Donburi?
Donburis are quite easy to prepare and you can get creative with the ingredients. If the recipe calls for special sauce or mirin (rice vinegar), you can buy these things at an Asian supermarket. As a tip: if you don't have any sake on hand, you can also use regular white wine. The most important thing about the bowl is airy rice. Here you will find instructions, as well as tips on how to make sure it succeeds.
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