Instructions: Wash and drain rice 30 minutes before cooking. Cook araimo in water to cover until done, peel and dice. Squeeze daikon dry; cut into strips.

Remove stems from mushrooms; sliver caps. Cut konbu lengthwise; then into fine strips. In a saucepan, add pork, daikon, mushrooms, and konbu; cook for a few minutes. Stir in chicken broth and soy sauce. Cover and bring to a boil; lower heat and cook for 15 minutes. Add rice, cover, bring again to a boil; lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add araimo, cook for 5 more minutes. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

Makes 12 servings.

Demonstrated by BEA SHIMABUKURO of Hui Makaala

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