🇯🇵 Japan · Food
Chicken Soboro Don
By eatmundo · August 3, 2026
🇯🇵 JPA colorful and delicious rice bowl featuring ground chicken cooked with a sweet-savory glaze. Often paired with scrambled egg for a classic bento-style meal.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Finely mince 500g chicken thigh meat.
- 2
In a frying pan over medium heat, combine chicken with 4 tbsp soy sauce, 4 tbsp mirin, and 1 tbsp sugar.
- 3
Cook while breaking up the meat with chopsticks or a spatula until no pink remains and liquid is reduced, about 8 minutes.
- 4
In a separate bowl, whisk 4 eggs lightly.
- 5
Cook eggs in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly to create soft, fine curds.
- 6
Add sliced onion to the chicken pan if desired and cook until translucent.
- 7
Serve a bowl of rice topped with the chicken mixture and the scrambled egg.
- 8
Garnish with nori strips or ginger for authentic flavor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use chicken breast?+
Yes, but thigh meat is preferred for its higher fat content which keeps the dish moist.
How long does it stay fresh?+
It keeps in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, making it perfect for meal prep.
Can I make it vegetarian?+
You can replace the chicken with finely crumbled firm tofu, seasoned with the same soy-mirin mix.
What is the secret to soft eggs?+
Cook on low heat and stir constantly so the egg cooks in very small, delicate clumps rather than large chunks.
