Description
Tonyuu Zosui is a comforting and creamy Japanese rice soup made with nutritious soy milk. This gentle and light dish features cooked rice simmered in a delicate blend of soy milk and broth, enriched with a touch of soy sauce and sesame oil. A softly cooked egg adds a silky texture, while fresh chopped green onions brighten the flavors. Perfect for a warm, nourishing meal, this vegetarian-friendly soup is easy to prepare and ideal for using leftover rice.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked rice
- 1 1/2 cups soy milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth or dashi broth
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 green onion, chopped
Instructions
- Heat the liquid base: In a pot, gently combine the soy milk and vegetable or dashi broth. Warm the mixture over low to medium heat, taking care not to let it boil as soy milk can curdle if overheated.
- Add the cooked rice: Stir in the cooked rice and allow it to simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes. This softens the rice and helps it absorb the flavors of the broth and soy milk.
- Season the soup: Incorporate the soy sauce and sesame oil into the pot, stirring well to blend the flavors evenly throughout the soup.
- Cook in the egg: Slowly pour the beaten egg into the pot while gently stirring to create thin strands or ribbons of cooked egg. Continue cooking until the egg is set but remains tender.
- Garnish and serve: Remove the pot from heat. Garnish the soup with the chopped green onion to add freshness and a mild bite. Serve warm immediately for a comforting meal.
Notes
- Do not let the soy milk boil as it may curdle and affect the texture.
- Using leftover cooked rice works best as it is firmer and does not become mushy.
- For variation, add diced tofu or your choice of vegetables to enhance nutrition and flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Japanese
