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Chicken Soboro (Sweet and Savory Ground Chicken)

Chicken Soboro is a popular rice topping and a staple ingredient in rice bowls and onigiri (rice balls). Its sweet and savory flavor is loved by people of all ages in Japan, from children to adults.
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Prep Time: 2 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients
 
 

  • 0.17 oz ginger
  • 0.44 lb ground chicken thigh
  • 2 Tbsp sake
  • 2 Tbsp sugar
  • 2 ½ Tbsp soy sauce

Instructions
 

  • Peel and grate ginger. Mix the grated ginger, ground chicken, and sake in a pot.
  • Heat the pot over medium heat and cook the mixture, stirring constantly to prevent lumps from forming.
  • Once the ground chicken is no longer pink, add sugar and soy sauce. Simmer until most of the liquid has been absorbed.

Notes

  • You can store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. 

Nutrition

Calories: 250kcal
Author: Ryo Hikita (Umami Pot)
Cuisine: Japanese
Category: Chicken, Quick, Rice Toppings, Side Dishes, Traditional
Keyword: ground chicken thigh
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