Herring Egg Rice Bowl
Herring Egg Rice Bowl, known as 'Nishin Soba' or 'Nishin Don' in Japan, is a comforting dish featuring simmered herring fillets served over a bowl of steamed rice. The herring is typically cooked in a sweet and savory broth of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar, creating a rich, umami flavor. It is a classic home-style dish from Japan, often associated with Osaka and Kyoto.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a good source of protein and healthy fats from the herring, while the rice provides a substantial amount of carbohydrates. It offers key nutrients like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and B vitamins, with a typical serving containing around 500-600 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 550 kcal |
| Protein | 25 g |
| Carbs | 65 g |
| Fat | 20 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 800 mg |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 2.5 g |
| Vitamin D | 15 µg |
| Vitamin B12 | 8 µg |
| Selenium | 40 µg |
| Phosphorus | 300 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Potassium | 450 mg |
| Iron | 2 mg |
Per 1 bowl (350 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Nishin Soba is a beloved winter comfort food in Japan, and its name is a pun on 'ninin' (two people), making it a traditional dish for couples. Nutritionally, herring is an oily fish celebrated for its high concentration of heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids.
