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My father’s first bowl of oatmeal with dried whitebait

For his first taste, my father chose a familiar savory topping: chirimen jako, or dried whitebait.

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My father’s first bowl of oatmeal with dried whitebait

How he made it

He heated the oats with hot water and added whitebait once the porridge thickened. It reminded him of familiar rice porridge.

Try it with pantry toppings

Start with plain oats, then taste before adding more salt. Shredded nori or ground sesame are other options.

Sources

Nippon Food Manufacturing: oatmeal cooking directions

Frequently asked questions

When do I add the whitebait?

Once the oats are cooked. Add a little at first and adjust to taste.

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