Kuri Gohan (Chestnut Rice) Recipe

[KylieChan]

I recently made this unique autumn Japanese dish, and I can't help but share its recipe. It's called Kuri Gohan or Chestnut Rice.

Ingredients:​

• 1 cup short-grain Japanese rice (such as Koshihikari)
• 1/2 cup chestnuts, peeled (fresh or pre-cooked, or canned)
• 1 1/4 cups dashi stock (or water)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon mirin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Optional: 1-2 tablespoons of sake
• Optional garnish: Ginkgo nuts, toasted sesame seeds, or chopped green onions

Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Chestnuts:
   • If using fresh chestnuts, make a small "X" incision on each chestnut shell. Boil the chestnuts for about 10 minutes and then peel them while they’re still warm. Remove the inner skin as well. If using canned chestnuts, you can skip this step.
2. Rinse the Rice:
   • Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps the rice cook more evenly.
3. Cook the Rice:
   • In a rice cooker, combine the rinsed rice, dashi stock (or water), soy sauce, mirin, salt, and sake (if using). Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.
4. Add the Chestnuts:
   • Gently fold the peeled chestnuts into the rice mixture. Be careful not to break them apart too much, as you want them to remain whole or in large pieces.
5. Cook the Rice:
   • Start the rice cooker and cook the rice according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If you're using a pot on the stovetop, bring the rice and stock mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, then let the rice sit covered for another 10 minutes off the heat to steam.
6. Serve:
   • Fluff the rice gently and transfer it to serving bowls. Optionally, garnish with ginkgo nuts or toasted sesame seeds for extra texture and flavor.

Conclusion: This chestnut rice features the perfect combination of the earthy, sweet flavor of chestnuts with the savory rice. It pairs wonderfully with grilled fish or pickles.

 

[jannababe]

I recently made this unique autumn Japanese dish, and I can't help but share its recipe. It's called Kuri Gohan or Chestnut Rice.

Ingredients:​

• 1 cup short-grain Japanese rice (such as Koshihikari)
• 1/2 cup chestnuts, peeled (fresh or pre-cooked, or canned)
• 1 1/4 cups dashi stock (or water)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon mirin
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• Optional: 1-2 tablespoons of sake
• Optional garnish: Ginkgo nuts, toasted sesame seeds, or chopped green onions

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Instructions:​

1. Prepare the Chestnuts:
   • If using fresh chestnuts, make a small "X" incision on each chestnut shell. Boil the chestnuts for about 10 minutes and then peel them while they’re still warm. Remove the inner skin as well. If using canned chestnuts, you can skip this step.
2. Rinse the Rice:
   • Rinse the rice thoroughly under cold water until the water runs clear. This removes excess starch and helps the rice cook more evenly.
3. Cook the Rice:
   • In a rice cooker, combine the rinsed rice, dashi stock (or water), soy sauce, mirin, salt, and sake (if using). Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.
4. Add the Chestnuts:
   • Gently fold the peeled chestnuts into the rice mixture. Be careful not to break them apart too much, as you want them to remain whole or in large pieces.
5. Cook the Rice:
   • Start the rice cooker and cook the rice according to the manufacturer’s instructions. If you're using a pot on the stovetop, bring the rice and stock mixture to a boil, then lower the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15-20 minutes, then let the rice sit covered for another 10 minutes off the heat to steam.
6. Serve:
   • Fluff the rice gently and transfer it to serving bowls. Optionally, garnish with ginkgo nuts or toasted sesame seeds for extra texture and flavor.

Conclusion: This chestnut rice features the perfect combination of the earthy, sweet flavor of chestnuts with the savory rice. It pairs wonderfully with grilled fish or pickles.

The Kuri Gohan (Chestnut Rice) looks so comforting and delicious! I love the idea of adding chestnuts to rice, making it both hearty and flavorful. It seems like a perfect dish for cozy fall meals. I can’t wait to try making this and enjoy all its unique flavors!

 

[EvanSeeker]

Kuri Gohan sounds absolutely delicious! The sweet, earthy chestnuts with rice must be such a comforting combo. I can't wait to try this! Thanks for sharing such a cozy recipe!