雑煮 （ぞうに / Zōni）
Soup with rice cake
- Category
- Soup
- Main Ingredient
- Grains & Noodles
Zōni is a soup with rice cake, especially eaten during New Year. It is also enjoyed as a snack with sake. Broth and ingredients vary by region, with Kansai using white miso and Kanto using clear soup.
When / How to Eat
Zōni is eaten with family and relatives during New Year; ingredients and broth vary by region.
Cultural Background
Zōni is a soup with rice cake, especially eaten during New Year. It varies in form and flavor by region, and mochi is included for good luck.
Cautions
Mochi can be a choking hazard; cut into small pieces.