Make this fluffy chawanmushi easily in the microwave! You'll get that perfect silky texture without a steamer - it's so delicious!
Ingredients
1 servings- Egg1
- Fillingsoptional
- ★Water160 cc
- ★Japanese dashi stock powder1/2 tsp
- ★Salta pinch
- ★Mirin1/2 tsp
- ★Soy sauce (usukuchi preferred)1/2 tsp
Directions
15 min- 1
Add the ★ seasonings to a heat-safe container and mix well.
- 2
Beat the egg and add it to the seasoning liquid that has cooled to body temperature, mixing gently.
- 3
Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into individual cups or ramekins, distributing the fillings evenly.
- 4
Cover loosely with plastic wrap and microwave at 200W for about 7 minutes. For smaller portions, adjust to around 3 minutes.
- 5
After heating, gently shake the container - if it jiggles with a silky texture, it's done!
- 6
Microwave cooking times vary by machine. Check progress and adjust as needed.
Tips
Try using frozen vegetables like spinach or frozen shrimp for convenience. The residual heat from the microwave will continue to set the custard, so monitor carefully and adjust timing accordingly.
Nutrition
Per serving- Calories95 kcal
- Protein6.5 g
- Fat5.5 g
- Carbs4 g
- Sodium0.8 g
Make this fluffy chawanmushi easily in the microwave! You'll get that perfect silky texture without a steamer - it's so delicious!
Ingredients
1 servings- Egg1
- Fillingsoptional
- ★Water160 cc
- ★Japanese dashi stock powder1/2 tsp
- ★Salta pinch
- ★Mirin1/2 tsp
- ★Soy sauce (usukuchi preferred)1/2 tsp
Directions
15 min- 1
Add the ★ seasonings to a heat-safe container and mix well.
- 2
Beat the egg and add it to the seasoning liquid that has cooled to body temperature, mixing gently.
- 3
Strain the mixture through a fine sieve into individual cups or ramekins, distributing the fillings evenly.
- 4
Cover loosely with plastic wrap and microwave at 200W for about 7 minutes. For smaller portions, adjust to around 3 minutes.
- 5
After heating, gently shake the container - if it jiggles with a silky texture, it's done!
- 6
Microwave cooking times vary by machine. Check progress and adjust as needed.
Nutrition
Per serving- Calories95 kcal
- Protein6.5 g
- Fat5.5 g
- Carbs4 g
- Sodium0.8 g
Tips
Try using frozen vegetables like spinach or frozen shrimp for convenience. The residual heat from the microwave will continue to set the custard, so monitor carefully and adjust timing accordingly.