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Rejuvenating Japanese Breakfast Bowl: A Low-Carb Energy Boost

Find a delicious and nutritious low-carb Japanese breakfast bowl recipe that is perfect for energizing your day.

πŸ•’ Prep: 20 minutes - Cook: 15 minutes - Total: 35 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
πŸ”₯ Difficulty: Intermediate
🌎 Cuisine: Japanese

Allergens

Eggs, soy (in teriyaki sauce or tamari)

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked sushi rice (for low
  • carb, use cauliflower rice)
  • 2 cups mixed vegetables, such as carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1 avocado, sliced
  • 1/2 cup edamame, shelled
  • 1/4 cup pickled radish strips
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted
  • 1 tbsp black sesame seeds, toasted
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
  • Sea salt and pepper, to taste
  • Low
  • carb teriyaki sauce or tamari for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook sushi rice or prepare cauliflower rice according to package instructions. Set aside.
  2. In a large non stick pan, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Crack the eggs into the pan and cook until desired doneness. Remove from pan and set aside.
  3. Steam or blanch mixed vegetables until tender but still crisp. Set aside.
  4. In a small bowl, combine pickled radish strips with sesame seeds. Mix well.

Chef’s Insight

This dish is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients that promote energy and focus throughout the day.

Notes

To prepare this dish as a meal-prepped lunch or dinner, double the recipe and store in individual containers.

Cultural or Historical Background

Japanese breakfasts often consist of rice, fish, and pickled vegetables to provide a balanced start to the day. This low-carb version uses cauliflower rice and other substitutions to keep it carbohydrate conscious.