Tamagozake facts for kids
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Tamagozake
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| Type | Cocktail |
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| Served | Hot |
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| Preparation | Whisk the raw egg yolk and honey/sugar into 3/4 cup hot sake (hot enough to lightly cook the egg – 1:30 in the microwave). |
| Notes | An alternative preparation method is to heat the sake/egg/honey mixture together, while whisking occasionally. Be careful to stop cooking before it turns into scrambled eggs. |
Tamagozake (卵酒 or 玉子酒) is a special Japanese drink. It is made by mixing hot sake (a type of Japanese alcohol), sugar, and a raw egg. The name "Tamagozake" means "egg sake" in Japanese. This is because tamago means egg and sake means the drink sake.
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Tamagozake as a Cold Remedy
Tamagozake has been used for a long time in Japan as a home remedy for the common cold. People drink it hoping it will help them feel better when they have a cold.
It's important to know that there is no scientific proof that Tamagozake can cure a cold. Even though it contains alcohol, sometimes adults and even children are given Tamagozake for a cold. This is similar to how people in Western countries might use a hot toddy when they are sick.
How to Make Tamagozake
There are a few different ways to make Tamagozake. But the main ingredients and steps are usually the same.
Ingredients You Will Need
- 1 egg
- 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of honey
- 200 mL of sake
Simple Steps to Prepare
- Heat the sake until it is very warm, but not boiling.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg and honey together.
- Slowly pour the warm sake into the egg and honey mixture. Stir constantly as you pour. This helps to cook the egg slightly without scrambling it.
Non-Alcoholic Version
If you want to make a version without alcohol, you can use milk instead of sake. This makes it a warm, sweet, and eggy drink that is safe for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Tamagozake para niños
