Mentaiko Rice Cooked in a Pot: Simple and Flavorful
Mentaiko (Spicy Pollack Roe) Pot Rice Recipe
Introducing Mentaiko Pot Rice, a delightful dish where you can enjoy the perfectly cooked rice and even the crispy scorched rice at the bottom, all seasoned with the savory Mentaiko. It’s a truly delicious experience!
Ingredients- 4 cups Rice
- 2 pieces Mentaiko (Spicy Pollack Roe)
- A little Butter
- A little Scallion (Green Onion)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Welcome! Today, I’ll be sharing a recipe for delicious Mentaiko Pot Rice that you can easily make in your rice cooker. The savory Mentaiko combined with rice offers a rich and satisfying flavor.
Step 2
First, prepare 4 cups of rice. Rinse the rice gently two to three times under running water to remove any impurities until the water runs clear. After rinsing, drain the rice in a colander and let it soak for about 30 minutes. Soaking the rice will make it chewier and tastier. Once soaked, place the rice in your rice cooker and add water according to your usual rice-cooking ratio.
Step 3
Carefully make 2-3 small slits on the Mentaiko using a knife. Be gentle to avoid bursting the skin. This allows the flavorful roe to infuse into the rice as it cooks, while also keeping the Mentaiko in a nice shape.
Step 4
Now, start the cooking process in the rice cooker. Once the rice begins to boil (before the cooking cycle finishes, or during pressure cooking), let it cook for about 15 minutes. Then, reduce the heat to low and cook for another 10 minutes. When the rice is almost done, gently place the scored Mentaiko on top of the rice. Arrange it nicely so it sits appealingly on the rice grains.
Step 5
Wash and finely chop the scallions (green onions). When the rice is nearly finished cooking, open the rice cooker lid and sprinkle the chopped scallions evenly over the Mentaiko. The fresh aroma of the scallions will add to the appeal of the dish.
Step 6
Finally, place a small piece of butter on top of the hot rice. Close the lid and wait for about 1-2 minutes. The butter will slowly melt, adding a rich, nutty flavor to the rice grains. The combination of the savory Mentaiko and the creamy butter creates a fantastic taste.
Step 7
And there you have it! Your delicious Mentaiko Pot Rice is ready. When you open the lid, the fragrant aroma of butter and Mentaiko will surely make your mouth water. Gently mix the rice and Mentaiko and enjoy this wonderful meal. Don’t forget to savor the rich flavor of the Mentaiko infused into the rice and the delicious crispy bottom layer (nurungji)!
