Natto-Style Vegetable Donburi with Miso Glaze

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A comforting Japanese rice bowl featuring seasonal vegetables simmered in a savory miso glaze, inspired by natto's fermented depth without the pungent flavor. This Japanese recipe (gluten-free), ready in about 33 minutes, pairs short-grain rice, mixed vegetables, white miso paste for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 25 min Cook: 8 min Serves 2 Japanese cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Steam 200 grams mixed vegetables (carrots, zucchini, mushrooms) until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes, then set aside.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 15 milliliters mirin, and 10 milliliters soy sauce until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add the steamed vegetables, and pour in the miso mixture. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring constantly, until vegetables are glossy and sauce thickens slightly.
  4. Step 4: Divide 300 grams cooked short-grain rice among bowls, top with the miso-glazed vegetables, and serve immediately.

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