Mentaiko Rice (spicy Cod Roe) Recipe
Mentaiko rice is a Japanese dish made with cooked short-grain rice mixed with spicy cod roe. This version features a rich, buttery taste from the roe and the umami of soy sauce, complemented by nori and toasted sesame seeds for added texture. Here's how to prepare it at home.
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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Method
Cooking Instructions
Cooking the Rice
Rinse the Japanese short-grain rice under cold water until the water runs clear. Combine the rinsed rice and water in a rice cooker and cook according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Prepare the Mentaiko
While the rice is cooking, take the mentaiko and remove the roe from the sac. Set aside.
Mix Ingredients
Once the rice is cooked, fluff it with a fork and add the butter. Stir until melted. Then, gently fold in the mentaiko, soy sauce, and half of the chopped green onions.
Serve
Serve the mentaiko rice in bowls, garnished with shredded nori, the remaining chopped green onions, and toasted sesame seeds.
