Natto Breakfast Bowl
The ideal breakfast is one that kickstarts your day with a complex interplay of flavors and textures, brain-boosting nutrition, and leave you feeling satisfied until your next meal. This beauty is our latest natto recipe, our favorite Japanese breakfast food. Natto is sticky fermented soybeans, a traditional part of the Japanese breakfast. This is a quick and easy way to make a savory, satisfying breakfast or lunch. It's loaded with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, and it's incredibly flavorful. The sticky natto pairs perfectly with slimy salmon, creamy avocado, crunchy kimchi, and nutty sesame seeds.
Natto is a traditional Japanese food that has been eaten for centuries. It is made from soybeans that have been fermented with a bacteria called Bacillus subtilis. Natto is a good source of protein, fiber, and vitamins. It has a sticky, slimy texture and a strong, pungent flavor. Many people find the flavor of natto to be an acquired taste, but it is a popular food in Japan. Natto is often eaten for breakfast, and it is typically served with rice, miso soup, and pickles. This natto breakfast bowl recipe was inspired by the traditional Japanese breakfast. It is a quick and easy way to make a savory, satisfying breakfast or lunch. The sticky natto pairs perfectly with slimy salmon, creamy avocado, crunchy kimchi, and nutty sesame seeds.
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Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 1 cup cooked brown rice
  • 1/2 cup natto
  • 1/2 avocado, sliced
  • 1/4 cup smoked salmon
  • 1/4 cup kimchi
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
Instructions
  1. In a bowl, combine the brown rice, natto, avocado, smoked salmon, kimchi, sesame seeds, soy sauce (if using), and sesame oil.
  2. Stir to combine.
  3. Enjoy!
Why It Works
  • The combination of natto, avocado, smoked salmon, and kimchi provides a complex interplay of flavors and textures.
  • The natto is sticky and slimy, the avocado is creamy and smooth, the smoked salmon is salty and smoky, and the kimchi is crunchy and spicy.
  • The sesame seeds add a nutty flavor and the soy sauce adds a salty umami flavor.
  • The combination of all of these ingredients creates a breakfast bowl that is both satisfying and delicious.