Authentic Oyakodon essentials

Oyakodon (literally "parent and child" rice bowl) is a soul-soothing Japanese classic. This dish is prepared by simmering tender chicken and sweet onions in a rich warishita, a delicate stock of dashi, soy sauce, and mirin, before finishing with a velvet layer of beaten eggs. To achieve the perfect fluffy texture, adding the eggs in two separate batches is the ultimate chef’s secret. For an authentic result, we recommend using specialized Japanese cookware, such as the traditional Oyakonabe, a small, vertical-handled pan designed specifically to slide the perfect omelet onto your rice.

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