How to Make Japanese Omurice—With a Cute Ketchup Cat Like in a Maid Café!

If you’re a fan of Japanese pop culture, chances are you’ve seen omurice (オムライス) before—maybe in anime, maybe in a maid café vlog, or maybe while scrolling through cute café photos on Instagram. This iconic Japanese dish is not only delicious but also a canvas for creativity!

Today, I’ll show you how to make Japanese omurice at home—with a special touch: we’ll draw a ketchup cat just like they do in real maid cafés in Akihabara. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or surprising someone special, this dish is guaranteed to make hearts melt.

What is Omurice?

Omurice is a combination of “omelette” and “rice.” It’s a comfort food that typically features ketchup-flavored fried rice wrapped in a fluffy egg blanket. In Japan, it’s a nostalgic dish often enjoyed by kids and adults alike.

But the real magic? At maid cafés, the maid often asks,

“What would you like me to draw with ketchup?”

And many customers request:

“A cat, please!”

So let’s get cooking—and drawing!

Ingredients (for 2 servings)

For the rice:

• 2 cups cooked rice (warm)

• 100g (3.5 oz) chicken thigh or breast, chopped

• 1/4 onion, finely chopped

• 2 tbsp ketchup

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• Salt & pepper to taste

• 1 tbsp oil or butter

For the omelette:

• 4 eggs (2 per person)

• 2 tbsp milk or cream

• Pinch of salt

• Butter for cooking

For decoration:

• Ketchup

• Toothpick (optional, for precise drawing)

How to Make It

1. Make the Ketchup Rice

1. Heat oil in a frying pan.

2. Add chicken and cook until no longer pink.

3. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.

4. Add rice, ketchup, soy sauce, salt & pepper. Stir until evenly coated.

5. Divide the rice into two portions and shape into ovals on two plates.

2. Make the Omelette

1. Beat 2 eggs with 1 tbsp milk and a pinch of salt.

2. In a non-stick pan, heat a little butter over medium heat.

3. Pour the egg mixture in, swirl gently, and cook until just set but still soft.

4. Slide or flip the omelette over the rice on the plate. Repeat for the second portion.

3. Time for the Ketchup Art!

Now comes the fun part—decorate your omurice!

Using a ketchup bottle (or squeeze bottle), draw a cat face right on the omelette. You can draw:

• Two triangle ears

• Big round eyes

• Whiskers and a little nose

• A heart or paw print if you like!

If you’re confident, use a toothpick to help shape the lines more precisely.

Optional: Say “Moe Moe Kyun!”

If you really want the maid café experience, present your omurice and say:

“Oishiku nare, moe moe kyun!”

(It’s the “spell” maids say to make your food taste better!)

Final Touch: Take a Photo Before Eating!

Don’t forget to snap a photo of your masterpiece before diving in. Tag it with #OmuriceCat or #MaidCafeVibes to share with other Japan-lovers!

Why Everyone Loves Omurice

Omurice is more than a dish—it’s an experience. Whether you grew up with it or are trying it for the first time, this simple yet heartfelt meal brings out your inner child. And with a cute cat drawn on top, it’s impossible not to smile.

So go ahead—draw with ketchup, eat with joy, and share with love.

Let me know in the comments:

What would you draw on your omurice? A bunny? A bear? Or maybe your favorite anime character?