Oden
Japanese

Oden

A warm and hearty dish with various ingredients simmered in a light soy sauce and dashi broth.

Easy2 hours

Where it comes from

Oden is a popular winter dish throughout Japan, especially in Kanto, where its simple preparation and nourishing warmth make it a staple of home and street food.

On the Palate

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What goes into it

Sauces & Condiments

How it's made

  1. 1

    Prepare the broth using kombu and bonito flakes, then strain.

  2. 2

    Add soy sauce and mirin to the broth for seasoning.

  3. 3

    Simmer peeled daikon slices, hard-boiled eggs, konnyaku, kamaboko, and tofu in the broth.

  4. 4

    Cook until all ingredients are infused with the broth's flavor.

  5. 5

    Serve hot, with optional mustard on the side.

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