Tenshinhan (Fluffy Omelet over Rice with Sauce)

Name: Tenshinhan (Fluffy Omelet over Rice with Sauce)
Prep time: 9 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Japanese
Ingredients: 5.6 oz cooked Japanese short-grain rice ((1 serving)); 1 cup water; ½ tsp Chinese-style chicken bouillon powder; ½ tsp ginger ((grated)); 1 tsp sugar; 1 Tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp oyster sauce; 1 Tbsp potato starch or cornstarch; 1 Tbsp water ((for the starch)); 3 large eggs ((about 2.1 oz/60 g each, including shell; if egg safety is a concern, use pasteurized eggs)); a pinch of salt; 1 oz imitation crab or real crab; 1 Tbsp green onions (scallions) or Japanese leek (naganegi) ((finely chopped)); 1 Tbsp neutral oil

Instructions

Prep:9minCook:6min

Enjoy the fluffy, rich flavor of eggs paired with a savory sauce over rice! Tenshinhan is a Chinese-inspired Japanese dish that has been popular in Japan for decades. My recipe features an umami-rich sauce with a deep flavor that perfectly complements the eggs.

Updated at: Sat, 07 Mar 2026 01:17:31 GMT