Imo-enchi
Imo-enchi is a traditional Japanese home-style dish featuring sweet potatoes simmered in a savory-sweet broth, typically made with soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. It's a staple of Japanese comfort food, often enjoyed during the autumn and winter seasons when sweet potatoes are at their peak harvest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily high in complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber from the sweet potatoes, with minimal fat and protein. A standard serving provides a moderate calorie count, roughly 150-200 calories, and is a good source of vitamin A, potassium, and antioxidants.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 2 g |
| Carbs | 40 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Fiber | 4.5 g |
| Sugar | 18 g |
| Sodium | 350 mg |
| Potassium | 500 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
| Vitamin A | 700 IU |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Iron | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, imo-enchi embodies the Japanese principle of 'shun' (seasonality), celebrating the natural flavors of ingredients at their freshest. Nutritionally, the slow simmering process helps retain the sweet potato's nutrients while creating a satisfying, hearty dish that's both comforting and nourishing.
