Can I use freshly cooked rice instead of leftover rice?
Yes, you can! Just make sure it's cooled down a bit. Using hot, freshly cooked rice might make the soup too starchy and sticky.
Japanese · lunch
Zosui Savory Japanese Rice Soup
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30m
Total time
2
Servings
400
kcal
easy
Difficulty
Jul 2, 2026
INGREDIENTS.
2
Grain
- 200 g Cooked rice
Sauce
- 400 ml Dashi
- 1 tbsp Soy Sauce
- 1 tbsp Mirin
Dairy
- 2 piece Egg
Produce
- 2 piece Green onion
Spice
- to taste Salt
Other
- 1 piece Nori (optional)
THE METHOD.
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FAQ · Things people ask
About this recipe.
What kind of dashi should I use?
For a traditional flavor, use katsuobushi (bonito flakes) and kombu dashi. Instant dashi powder is also perfectly fine for a quick and easy option.
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