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Omurice

From the video “The Perfect Japanese Omurice Tutorial!” by Just One Cookbook. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Just One Cookbook. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Not spicy
Total time
~40 min
est.
Serves
3
Cost
~$1.64*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$16.36* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
12

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain dairy, egg, fish

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$4.92*for 3 people
~$1.64*per serving

You save about ~$16.36* per serving (91% less*) than ordering it out — ~$49.08* for 3 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario Japanese restaurant plate, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

7 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 2 predicted from typical costs · not priced: worcestershire sauce, cooked rice

* Estimate, not a quote: 2 line(s) we couldn't price were filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario Japanese restaurant plate at ~$18, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving182 kcal · 9% of 2,000Recipe makes 3 servings
Fat12 g16%
Saturated fat6.1 g31%
Sodium554 mg24%
Carbohydrate8.8 g3%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Total sugars6.5 gno daily value
Added sugars6 g12%
Protein10 g21%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+2 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−13 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 8 of 9 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: onion, salt, freshly ground black pepper. Not matched to nutrient data: cooked rice. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • knife
  • cutting board
  • large pan
  • spatula
  • small bowl
  • chopsticks
  • strainer
  • non-stick frying pan
  • damp towel
  • paper towel
  • plate

What the video didn’t say

  • totalMin is not stated in the video.
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.5-flash-lite on 2026-10-05. Thumbnail and video are Just One Cookbook’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Omurice

What makes Just One Cookbook's Omurice recipe and technique special?

Just One Cookbook's take on Omurice focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing Japanese flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Stirring too long makes eggs set before folding, causing tears. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Omurice at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Omurice recipe costs approximately $1.09 CAD per serving (yielding 3 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Omurice ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Omurice can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Just One Cookbook's Omurice?

This recipe utilizes approximately 12 ingredients across 16 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Omurice?

The official cooking video by Just One Cookbook is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.