Tamago Don (Japanese Rice Bowl Recipe with Egg)

This Tamago Don is a tasty comfort food with simple ingredients: egg and rice. It is an excellent choice for those who enjoy classic Japanese cuisine and also for vegetarians seeking a meat-free alternative!

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Tamago don served in a serving bowl.

Savor the deliciousness with this hearty Tamago Don! This simple yet satisfying Japanese rice bowl has a taste you’ll love! If you enjoy Japanese rice dishes, this one is sure to be your favorite. Let’s get started!

Tamago Don

Tamago Don, or Tamago Donburi, is a Japanese rice bowl dish with a chicken-less version of the well-loved Oyako Don. In this dish, tender onion slices and soft-cooked eggs are placed on top of warm rice, complemented by a savory dashi-based sauce.

Recipe Ingredients

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this Tamago Donburi:

Tamago don ingredients list.

How To Make Tamago Don: STEP BY STEP 

Here are some quick visual instructions! For the video and all the detailed ingredients and instructions, go to the printable recipe card below.

How to cook tamago don.

Step 1

In a frying pan, add water, mirin, soy sauce, dashi powder

How to cook tamago don.

Step 2

Add sliced onion and simmer until tender.

How to cook tamago don.

Step 3

Add beaten egg.

How to cook tamago don.

Step 4

Continue to cook until the egg is almost cooked through.

Tamago don served in a serving bowl.

Place the cooked rice in a serving bowl and place the egg mixture on top of the sauce. Add chopped scallions for the garnish. Enjoy the delicious combination of fluffy eggs on top of rice for a truly satisfying lunch or dinner!

Recipe Tips

  • Add eggs in two batches to achieve the perfect egg texture, ensuring a firm bottom and a fluffy top without overcooking.
  • You can customize your Tamago Don by adding your favorite veggies like shiitake mushrooms, green onions, bok choy, cabbage, and carrots.

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Tamago Don (Japanese Rice Bowl Recipe with Egg)

5 from 3 votes
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Prep: 5 minutes
Cook: 10 minutes
Total: 15 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Author: Juri Austin
Savor the deliciousness with this hearty Tamago Don! This simple yet satisfying Japanese rice bowl has a taste you'll love!

Equipment

  • 1 Medium frying pan 22 cm, 8.7 inches

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Prepare vegetables: Slice onion thinly and chop scallion.
  • Beaten egg: In a small bowl, crack the egg and beat it.
  • Simmer onion: In a medium frying pan, add water, mirin, soy sauce, dashi powder, and sliced onion and boil over medium heat.
  • Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes or until the onion is tender.
  • Add egg: Gently pour the beaten egg into the pan and continue to cook until egg is cooked through.
  • Serve: Place the cooked rice in a bowl and place the egg mixture on top. Add chopped scallions for the garnish.

Video

Notes

  • Add eggs in two batches to achieve the perfect egg texture, ensuring a firm bottom and a fluffy top without overcooking.
  • You can customize your Tamago Don by adding your favorite veggies like shiitake mushrooms, green onions, bok choy, cabbage, and carrots.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 550kcal | Carbohydrates: 65g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 16g
Course: Main
Cuisine: Japanese
Keyword: Japanese rice bowl, tamago don
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