| Japanese Sukiyaki Hot Pot |
Sukiyaki is a traditional Japanese hot pot meal featuring thinly ... |
Japanese, Hot Pot, Beef, One Pot Meal, Comfort Food, Traditional, Easy |
{"title":"Japanese Sukiyaki Hot Pot","description":"Sukiyaki is a traditional Japanese hot pot meal featuring thinly sliced beef, tofu, vegetables, and noodles simmered in a savory-sweet broth. It is often enjoyed as a communal dish cooked directly at the dining table.","short_description":"A cozy Japanese hot pot dish with beef and vegetables.","full_ingredient_list":["2 tablespoons sake","1\/4 cup mirin","1 tablespoon brown sugar","1\/4 cup soy sauce","1\/2 block firm tofu (1cm thick slices)","5 dried shiitake mushrooms (rehydrated)","1 package enoki mushrooms (trimmed and rinsed)","2 cups napa cabbage (2-inch pieces)","2 cups tong ho (chrysanthemum greens, washed)","2 scallions (white and green parts separated)","1 bundle dried mung bean vermicelli noodles","1 tablespoon vegetable oil","12 ounces thinly sliced fatty beef","2 cups dashi stock","2 cups steamed rice","2 egg yolks (pasteurized, optional)","Salt","Pepper"],"components":[{"name":"Sukiyaki Sauce","ingredients":[{"name":"sake","quantity":"2 tablespoons","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"mirin","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"brown sugar","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"soy sauce","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["saucepan"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sake, mirin, brown sugar, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil, making sure all the sugar is dissolved. Turn off the heat and transfer to a bowl.","tips":"Ensure the sugar is fully dissolved before turning off the heat."}]},{"name":"Sukiyaki","ingredients":[{"name":"firm tofu","quantity":"1\/2 block","preparation_notes":"sliced into 1cm thick slices","substitutions":[]},{"name":"dried shiitake mushrooms","quantity":"5","preparation_notes":"rehydrated","substitutions":[]},{"name":"enoki mushrooms","quantity":"1 package","preparation_notes":"ends trimmed and rinsed","substitutions":[]},{"name":"napa cabbage","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"cut into 2-inch pieces","substitutions":[]},{"name":"tong ho (chrysanthemum greens)","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"washed","substitutions":["bok choy","spinach"]},{"name":"scallions","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"white and green parts separated","substitutions":[]},{"name":"dried mung bean vermicelli noodles","quantity":"1 bundle","preparation_notes":"soaked in water for 10 minutes","substitutions":["shirataki noodles","udon noodles"]},{"name":"vegetable oil","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"thinly sliced fatty beef","quantity":"12 ounces","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"dashi stock","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"mushroom soaking liquid or chicken stock","substitutions":[]},{"name":"steamed rice","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"egg yolks","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"pasteurized, optional","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"pepper","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["portable electric or gas cooktop","pan","knife","bowl","plate"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a pan. Fry the white parts of the scallions for 2 minutes.","tips":"Ensure the oil is hot before adding scallions to get a good sear."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add the sliced beef to the pan with the scallions and sear for 10 seconds. Add a drizzle of your sukiyaki sauce and fry until just browned but still pink. Remove and set aside.","tips":"Do not overcook the beef to maintain tenderness."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Add the rest of your sukiyaki sauce and the dashi stock to the pot. Bring to a boil.","tips":"Stir well to combine the sauce and stock evenly."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Add the tofu, mushrooms, napa cabbage, tong ho, and drained vermicelli noodles in sections. Cover and bring to a boil, then simmer for 5-7 minutes until the ingredients are cooked through.","tips":"Layer the ingredients neatly for an appealing presentation when the lid is removed."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Remove the cover, add the beef back to the pot, and sprinkle with the chopped green parts of the scallions. Serve with steamed rice and optional egg yolk for dipping.","tips":"Mix well before serving to distribute flavors evenly."}]}],"prep_time":"20 minutes","cook_time":"20 minutes","total_time":"40 minutes","servings":"3","tags":["Japanese","Hot Pot","Beef","One Pot Meal","Comfort Food","Traditional","Easy"],"notes":"Ensure all ingredients are prepared and ready before starting to cook as the process can be quick once commenced.","background":"The Sukiyaki hot pot is a beloved dish in Japan often enjoyed in the colder months. It is typically cooked and eaten at the table, making it a social and interactive meal experience.","nutrition":{"calories":"751 kcal","protein":"37 g","fat":"35 g","carbohydrates":"68 g","fiber":"3 g","sugar":"11 g"},"serving_suggestions":"Serve with steamed rice and a side of pickled vegetables to enhance the flavors.","storage":"Best consumed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.","dietary_info":["Contains soy","Contains gluten","Contains alcohol","Contains egg (optional)"],"cooking_tips":["Substitute tofu with extra vegetables for a vegan option.","Use chicken or vegetable broth if dashi is unavailable."],"variations":["Try adding different mushrooms like shimeji or maitake for a varied flavor.","Use chicken or pork as a substitute for beef."],"ingredient_spotlight":"The thinly sliced fatty beef is crucial, providing richness and depth to the sukiyaki broth.","flavor_profile":{"sweet":5,"savory":7,"sour":2,"bitter":1,"umami":8},"geographic_region":"Japan","seasonality":"Winter","sustainability_score":{"score":80,"details":"Opting for local ingredients and sustainably sourced beef improves the score."},"occasion":"Family Dinner","skill_level":"Intermediate","cost_estimate":30,"recommended_pairings":["Green tea","Sake"]} |
