Rice With Edamame (Mame Gohan)

1. 1

   In a medium saucepan, combine 2 cups dashi broth, mirin, soy sauce and 1/4 teaspoon salt.

2. 2

   Bring to a boil over high heat.

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   Add edamame, reduce heat to medium, and cook 4 minutes.

4. 4

   Place a colander over a medium heatproof bowl, and pour in contents of saucepan.

5. 5

   Reserve broth and beans separately.

6. 6

   Place rice in a bowl, and rinse with cold water until water runs clear.

7. 7

   Drain rice well in a fine strainer.

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   In a medium saucepan, combine rice, reserved broth and kombu.

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   Cover saucepan, and place over high heat.

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    When lid jiggles and foam begins to appear at its edges (in 3 to 4 minutes), reduce heat to medium and cook 10 minutes.

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    Raise heat to high for 30 seconds, and then turn it off.

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    Immediately remove kombu from pan and add edamame; do not stir.

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    Cover pan, and remove from heat.

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    Let sit 10 minutes.

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    With a wooden paddle or fork, mix beans into rice.

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    Scoop rice into serving bowls, and sprinkle each portion with a teaspoon of black sesame seeds and a little salt.

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    Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.