In Chinese Medicine, a savory mushroom, egg & brown rice breakfast bowl offers warm, grounding nourishment that supports Spleen Qi, digestion, and steady energy. Eggs nourish Blood and Yin, while mushrooms gently support Qi and brown rice strengthens the digestive center without being overly heavy. Served warm with ginger or scallions, this balanced bowl helps nourish, center, and prepare the body for the cooler energy of Autumn.
Serves: 2
Ingredients
- 4 eggs
- 1 cup cooked brown rice
- 1½ cups sliced shiitake or cremini mushrooms
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 2 scallions, sliced
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 1 tsp low-sodium tamari
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- Pinch ground ginger
Preparation
- Heat sesame oil in a skillet.
- Add mushrooms and sauté for 5–6 minutes.
- Add spinach, ginger and tamari and cook until spinach wilts.
- Warm the brown rice.
- Prepare eggs scrambled, poached or soft-boiled.
- Divide rice and vegetables between bowls.
- Top each with two eggs, scallions and sesame seeds.
Approximate Macros
Calories: 380 | Protein: 21g | Carbs: 37g | Fat: 18g | Fiber: 5g
Chinese Medicine Perspective
Mushrooms provide gentle nourishment without excessive heaviness, while rice continues to support the Spleen as we move from Earth into Metal. Scallion and ginger introduce the pungent flavor associated with the Lung and Metal element.
Body as Oracle:
What becomes clearer when I create space before I act?
Vegan: Substitute 8 ounces of crumbled firm tofu for the eggs.
