🇯🇵 Japan · Food
Shake Chazuke
By eatmundo · July 12, 2026
A comforting, soulful dish where hot tea is poured over savory rice and flaked salmon. It is the ultimate Japanese midnight snack or light meal.
Ingredients
check them off as you prepareHow to Make It
- 1
Rinse 300g rice until water runs clear and cook in a rice cooker.
- 2
Flake 200g cooked salmon into large pieces, removing any skin or small bones.
- 3
Scoop a portion of hot cooked rice into a deep ceramic bowl.
- 4
Arrange the salmon flakes carefully over the surface of the rice.
- 5
Slice 2 sheets of nori into thin strips using clean kitchen shears.
- 6
Garnish with the nori strips and a pinch of sesame seeds.
- 7
Brew 300ml of sencha tea at 80°C until fragrant and pale green.
- 8
Pour the hot tea gently over the rice until it is halfway submerged.
- 9
Serve immediately while the aroma is vibrant and the rice is warm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of salmon is best for Shake Chazuke?+
Use fresh, center-cut salmon fillets; they have the best texture and flake perfectly after being pan-seared or broiled.
Should I use hot or cold rice for this dish?+
Use hot, freshly steamed Japanese short-grain rice to ensure the dashi or hot water absorbs properly and the bowl stays warm.
How should the salmon be prepared before adding it to the bowl?+
The salmon should be lightly seasoned with salt and cooked until just opaque, then broken into large, bite-sized flakes so it doesn't disintegrate.
What is the key to achieving the right texture for the nori?+
Cut the nori into thin strips with scissors right before serving to maintain its crispness before it hits the hot liquid.
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