Kuri Gohan
Kuri Gohan is a traditional Japanese rice dish cooked with chestnuts, where the sweet, nutty flavor of chestnuts infuses the rice. It typically consists of short-grain rice, fresh or pre-cooked chestnuts, and a light seasoning of salt or dashi. This comforting autumn dish is a staple in Japanese home cooking, especially during the fall harvest season.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Kuri Gohan is a carbohydrate-rich dish, primarily from the rice and chestnuts, with a moderate amount of dietary fiber and minimal fat. It provides a good source of energy, along with key nutrients like potassium, vitamin B6, and manganese, with a typical serving containing around 250-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 60 g |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Fiber | 4 g |
| Sugar | 5 g |
| Sodium | 300 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.2 mg |
| Phosphorus | 80 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Copper | 0.2 mg |
| Iron | 1.0 mg |
| Zinc | 0.7 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Kuri Gohan is deeply associated with autumn and is often enjoyed during traditional events like the Japanese chestnut harvest. Nutritionally, chestnuts are unique among nuts for being low in fat and high in complex carbohydrates, making this dish a hearty yet relatively light seasonal treat.
