Ozoni

Celebrate the New Year with Ozoni, a traditional Japanese soup that’s both comforting and rich in cultural significance. This hearty dish features pillowy toasted mochi submerged in a savory bonito dashi broth infused with soy sauce and sake. Tender chicken, daikon radish, carrots, and vibrant spinach bring layers of flavor and texture, while slices of kamaboko (Japanese fish cake) add a touch of elegance. Ready in just 40 minutes, Ozoni is perfect for welcoming prosperity and warmth into your home. Garnish with mitsuba or green onions for a fresh finish, and enjoy this deliciously symbolic soup that’s steeped in tradition.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Mochi (rice cakes)
• 4 cups Bonito dashi stock
• 150 grams Chicken thigh (boneless, skinless), cut into bite-sized pieces
• 100 grams Daikon radish, peeled and thinly sliced
• 100 grams Carrot, peeled and thinly sliced
• 50 grams Spinach, washed and cut into 2-inch lengths
• 8 slices Kamaboko (Japanese fish cake), sliced
• 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon Sake
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 2 tablespoons Mitsuba (Japanese parsley) or green onions, chopped (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven or toaster oven to 400°F (200°C). Place the mochi pieces on a baking sheet and toast them for 6-8 minutes until they puff up and turn golden. Alternatively, you can cook the mochi in a dry nonstick pan over medium heat.

Step 2

In a medium-sized pot, bring the dashi stock to a gentle boil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the chicken pieces to the pot and simmer for 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Skim off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

Step 4

Add the daikon and carrot slices to the pot. Simmer for 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.

Step 5

Stir in the soy sauce, sake, and salt. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 6

Add the spinach and kamaboko slices to the pot. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until the spinach is wilted and the kamaboko is heated through.

Step 7

Divide the toasted mochi between four bowls. Ladle the hot soup over the mochi, ensuring each bowl receives an even amount of chicken, vegetables, and kamaboko.

Step 8

Garnish with mitsuba or green onions, if using, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2268.8 grams (2268.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1410

Total Fat 21.90g	28%
Saturated Fat 5.40g	27%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 244mg	81%
Sodium 7796mg	339%
Total Carbohydrate 167.10g	61%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 16.50g
Protein 133.20g	266%

Vitamin D 11IU	53%
Calcium 333mg	26%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 1812mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 14.1%

Protein: 38.1%

Carbs: 47.8%