Mizutaki

Name: Mizutaki
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, chopped; 1 piece dried kombu kelp; 6 cups water; 1/4 cup Japanese sake; 1 head Napa cabbage, chopped; 8 fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed; 14 oz medium-firm tofu, cubed; 4 scallions, sliced; 1/2 cup ponzu sauce

A traditional Japanese chicken hot pot with tender chicken simmered in a light broth with tofu and fresh vegetables, served with citrusy ponzu sauce.

55 minEasyServes 4380 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, chopped
1 piece dried kombu kelp
6 cups water
1/4 cup Japanese sake
1 head Napa cabbage, chopped
8 fresh shiitake mushrooms, stemmed
14 oz medium-firm tofu, cubed
4 scallions, sliced
1/2 cup ponzu sauce

Instructions

1

In a large pot, combine 6 cups water, 1 piece dried kombu kelp, and 1/4 cup Japanese sake over medium heat.
2

Add 2 lbs chopped bone-in chicken thighs and bring broth to a gentle simmer, skimming off any foam from the surface.
3

Cook until bone-in chicken thighs reaches an internal temperature of 165F, about 25 minutes, then discard dried kombu kelp.
4

Add 1 head chopped Napa cabbage, 8 stemmed fresh shiitake mushrooms, 14 oz cubed medium-firm tofu, and 4 sliced scallions and simmer for 8 minutes until softened.
5

Ladle hot broth, chicken, and vegetables into bowls and serve alongside 1/2 cup ponzu sauce for dipping.

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Questions

What internal temperature should Mizutaki reach?

For Mizutaki, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

What can I use instead of sake in Mizutaki?

The entry for Mizutaki calls for 1/4 cup Japanese sake. In its place: Dry sherry or a dry white wine does the same job. For no alcohol, use water or light stock with a few drops of rice vinegar.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Mizutaki?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Mizutaki uses 2 lbs bone-in chicken thighs, chopped.

Does Mizutaki contain soy?

Yes: 14 oz medium-firm tofu, cubed. The full allergen list for this entry is soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How much protein is in Mizutaki?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 38 g of protein in about 380 calories, alongside 10 g carbohydrate and 20 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 720 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list. More like it: the high-protein dinner collection.

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