How to A Traditional Japanese Dish - Kuri Gohan (chestnut rice)

This is a recipe on how to make Kuri Gohan( chestnut rice)

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• 2 large, fresh shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and coarsley chopped
• 17-ounce can chestnuts in water, drained and coarsely chopped
• 3 scallions, green and white portions, sliced
• 1 cup long grain rice
• 2 cups water
• 2 tablespoons sake

1. Considered by many one of the best times of the year this dish is great enjoyed in the fall.Being that Shiitake mushrooms, and chestnuts are in peak season then , this is a ideal dish for that season.First of all in a three-quart saucepan , combine all ingredients, reserving one scallion for garnish.

2. Bring it all to a boil over moderate heat, as you stir. Then cover and turn down the heat to low.By now the aromatic smell of the shiitake mushrooms, probably have you good and hungry.

3. Simmer for about 20 minutes. Then remove from the heat and allow to sit for 10 minutes, before you remove the lid.Please be careful when you do remove the lid , trying not to be burned by the steam.

4. Fluff rice with a fork, and spoon it all into bowls, then garnish with the remaining scallion. And your done. =^.^= Enjoy.
   This dish is pretty easy to make and is great enjoyed in the fall.
   If you like this dish you might want to check back with me for other great Japanese dishes.

[seradis]

on 3/19/2009 Sounds good! I will give it a try. Thanks! 5*

[callako]

on 3/15/2009 I LIKE GOHAN. I WILL TRY THIS WITHOUT THE SHITAKE

[NuttyMomma]

on 3/15/2009 I love rice! I will try this. thanks for sharing it. 5*

[carby]

on 3/15/2009 This sounds delicious. I'm not sure I could manage it, but it looks great. 5*