Japanese Sweet Potato Rice (Satsumaimo Gohan)
Serves 4
35 mins prep
20 mins cook
55 mins total
Enjoy a bowl of this easy Japanese Sweet Potato Rice. It's nutritious, naturally sweet, and delicious—a must-try fall dish!
2 servings
Prepare the riceRinse the rice in a pot under running water three to four times. Add water and let the rice soak for thirty minutes.
Prepare the Sweet Potato: Dice the sweet potato and soak it in water for five minutes, then drain.
Simmer: Drain the rice, add fresh water, and cook over medium heat. Stir in the sake and salt. Add the diced sweet potato to the rice. Cover and simmer on low heat for ten minutes.
Rest: Turn off the heat and let the rice sit, covered, for ten minutes.
Fluff: Open the lid and gently fluff the rice with a rice paddle or big spoon.
