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Oyakodon (Parent-and-Child Bowl)

Japanese · East Asia STOVETOP
8/10

Chicken and egg simmered together over rice — the name means 'parent and child.'

Chicken Rice Dish Home Cook Friendly N Nut-Free

Why It Works

Sliding barely-set eggs over simmered chicken creates custard-like texture.

Key Ingredients

chicken thigh eggs onion dashi soy sauce mirin rice

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