Takikomi gohan

Takikomi gohan is a traditional rice dish originating from Japan. There are many versions of takikomi gohan depending on the season or the region. Still, the most common ingredients used for the dish include rice, carrots, konnyaku, dashi, mirin, soy sauce, and aburaage (deep-fried tofu). Optional ingredients include chicken, beef, bamboo shoots, tuna, chestnuts, clams, seaweed, mushrooms, sweet potatoes, and peas. The rice is soaked, drained, mixed with the rest of the ingredients, and the dish is then cooked until everything is tender. It’s typically served hot or at room temperature.