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One-pan Japanese Breakfast (Easy and Nourishing Breakfast Recipe Set)

  • Writer: Miwa
    Miwa
  • Dec 28, 2024
  • 3 min read

Updated: Feb 19




A Nourishing Ichiju-sansai Japanese Breakfast


Japanese breakfast is rooted in the philosophy of Ichiju-sansai, which means one soup and three simple dishes. This traditional Japanese meal style creates natural balance with soup, vegetables, and protein, making it gentle on digestion for busy mornings. Who knew mornings could be this calm and satisfying?


Today’s one-pan Japanese breakfast is inspired by this simple structure. It captures the essence of Ichiju-sansai into a quick, modern format, perfect for busy mornings. Everything is cooked together in one pan, so you can enjoy a wholesome Japanese breakfast with variety. If you would like to explore Ichiju-sansai more deeply and learn how it supports digestion and daily wellness, you can read my full guide here.






One-Pan Japanese Breakfast (ワンパン和朝食)


- Steamed Miso Salmon

- Chunky Kabocha and Egg Salad

- Simple Steamed Soup


Yield: 1 serving


Prep time: 15 minutes


Cook time: 15 minutes



1. Steamed Miso Salmon




Ingredients


  • Salmon fillets: 2 pieces (300g)

  • Spinach, napa cabbage, or onion: 2 cups (200g total)

  • Mushrooms of your choice: 2 pieces (shiitake, cremini, etc.)


Sauce (A):


  • Miso paste: 1 tbsp

  • Soy sauce: 2 tsp

  • Mirin (sweet rice wine): 1½ tbsp

  • Sesame seeds: ½ tbsp

  • Sesame oil: ½ tbsp



Instructions


  • Thinly slice onion and mushrooms. Chop your vegetables into small pieces.

  • Place vegetables on a sheet of parchment paper and lay the salmon on top.

  • Mix sauce (A) in a small bowl and spread evenly over the salmon.

  • Wrap the parchment paper securely around the salmon and vegetables.

  • Add about ⅔ cup water to a large pan with a lid and bring to a gentle simmer.

  • Place the wrapped salmon in the pan, cover, and steam for 10–15 minutes until cooked through.

  • Garnish with fresh yuzu peel before serving if desired.



2. Chunky Kabocha and Egg Salad




Ingredients


  • Kabocha squash or sweet potato: 1 cup diced (100g)

  • Egg: 1


Sauce (A):


  • Grainy mustard: 1 tsp

  • Mayonnaise: 1 tbsp

  • Salt and pepper: a pinch

  • Optional: Chopped nuts for garnish


Instructions


  • Place diced kabocha on parchment paper and wrap.

  • Place the egg directly in the same pan next to the wrapped kabocha.

  • Steam for 10–15 minutes until the kabocha is tender and the egg is hard-boiled.

  • Peel and chop the egg, then mix with kabocha and sauce (A).

  • Garnish with nuts if desired.


  1. Simple Steamed Soup



Ingredients


  • Spinach: ⅓ cup

  • Tofu: 4 cm (2-inch) square

  • Dried wakame seaweed: 1 tsp

  • Soup stock powder of choice: ½–1 tsp

  • Water: ⅔ cup


Instructions


  • Place all ingredients into a heat-resistant cup or bowl.

  • Set the cup into the same pan and steam for 10–15 minutes.

  • Stir gently before serving.


How to Cook Everything in One Pan


  • Use a large pan with a lid.

  • Add about ⅔–1 cup water and bring to a simmer.

  • Place all wrapped ingredients and the soup cup inside.

  • Cover and steam on medium heat for about 10 minutes.

  • Check halfway to ensure even cooking.

  • A bowl of rice is not included in this recipe, so please prepare it separately.


Serving Notes


  • This recipe does not include rice, so please prepare a bowl of steamed Japanese rice separately.

  • If you’re looking for a Japanese breakfast tableware set to recreate this experience at home, click here.



🌸 Gentle Note from Miwa 


One-pan breakfasts is one of the many ways of promoting Ichiju-sansai and its numerous health benefits. If you want to learn how to habitually cook healthy food as part of your normal routine, then look no further with my

60-day coaching program focused on reshaping one's relationship with food. It’s not about strict rules, cutting portions, or trying to eat “perfectly.” It's about mindful choices that enable healthy habits without stress. Let's have a chat!




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