What is Zoni?
'''Zoni''' is a Japanese [[soup]] containing [[rice cakes]]. It is eaten on [[New Year's Day]]. [[Tofu]], [[potato]], [[chicken]], [[Kamaboko]] (boiled fish paste) and other ingredients are used for making it. This soup is made from [[Kombu]] (sea tangle), [[Katsuo]] (bonito) or [[Niboshi]] (dried small sardines). There are two kinds of [[rice cake]], round and square. The recipe depends on homes and regions. ==History== Zoni has been eaten since about 1300. People eat it praying to God for a happy year. The word ''Zoni'' comes from an old Japanese tradition. ==References== * [http://www.gogen-allguide.com www.gogen-allguide.com] * [http://www.cookpad.com www.cookpad.com] [[Category:Soups]] [[Category:Japanese food]]