Classic Japanese Okara Dish Recipe

Name: Classic Japanese Okara Dish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 grams Fresh okara; 3 Dried shiitake mushrooms; 1/3 Carrot; 1/2 Green onion (with the green parts); 300 ml Dashi soup stock (water used to hydrate the shiitake mushrooms); 1 1/2 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 1/2 tbsp Sugar; 1 pack Bonito flakes; 1 tsp Dashi stock granules; 1 Sesame oil

Servings: persons

1
Hydrate and thinly slice the shiitake mushrooms.
2
Julienne the carrot into 3 cm long pieces.
3
Slice the green onions diagonally.
4
Pour some sesame oil into a pan.
5
Stir-fry the carrots and the shiitake mushrooms.
6
Add the okara and cook briefly.
7
Pour in the dashi soup stock.
8
Add the seasonings and the soup stock granules.
9
Simmer until the water is completely reduced (about 15 minutes).
10
To finish, add the green onions and the bonito flakes.
11
Simmer briefly.

290

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 grams Fresh okara, 3 Dried shiitake mushrooms, 1/3 Carrot, 1/2 Green onion (with the green parts), and more.

Yes, Classic Japanese Okara Dish falls under the Drinks & Smoothies category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Classic Japanese Okara Dish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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