Takuan, also known as "toku" or "danmuji," is a traditional Japanese pickled radish. Sweet, sour and delicious, it is often used as a side dish or garnish for various dishes.

material:

• 2 pounds yellow radish (peeled and cut into thin slices)

• 2 cups of water

• 1 cup of rice vinegar

• 1 cup of sugar

• 2 tsp salt

Instructions:

1. Put water, rice vinegar, sugar and salt in a large bowl and mix. Mix well until the sugar and salt dissolve.

2. Put the sliced ​​yellow radish into a glass jar or plastic container and cover tightly.

3. Pour the vinegar mixture over the radish slices and make sure they are completely covered with liquid.

4. Close the lid and refrigerate for at least 24 hours. The longer you let it sit, the more flavor it will have.

5. Drain the daikon radish and use it as a side dish for sushi, sashimi, ramen, udon noodles, etc.

Depending on the size of the jar, this recipe makes about 2-3 jars of takuan. As a side dish or garnish, it serves about 4 to 6 people.

Note:

Other ingredients such as ginger, garlic, and chilies can be added to the pickling liquid to enhance flavor. You can also use other types of vinegar, such as apple cider vinegar or white vinegar.

Kamameshi is a traditional Japanese dish in which rice with meat and vegetables is cooked in a small pot (kama) and often served as a main dish.

material:

• 2 cups Japanese short grain rice

• 2 cups dashi (Japanese fish soup)

• 1/2 cup sake

• 1/4 cup soy sauce

• 1/4 cup sugar

• 1 tsp salt

• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

• 8 ounces chicken breast cut into small cubes

• 8 ounces of beef cut into small cubes

• 1 sliced ​​onion

• 1 sliced ​​carrot

1/2 cup peas

1/4 cup sliced ​​mushrooms

• 1/4 cup sliced ​​bamboo shoots

• 1/4 cup sliced ​​green onions

• 1/4 cup lotus root slices (optional)

Instructions:

1. Put the rice in a colander and wash it under running water for 2-3 minutes. Soak the rice in cold water for 30 minutes. Drain the rice and set aside.

2. Add dashi, sake, soy sauce, sugar and salt to a small pot and mix. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves.

3. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken, beef and vegetables and stir-fry until browned.

4. Put the rice in the pot, put the chicken and vegetables on top, and pour the dashi stock over it.

5. Place the pot over medium heat and bring the liquid to a boil. Once the liquid begins to boil, reduce the heat, cover the pot, and simmer for about 20-25 minutes or until the rice is cooked.

6. When the rice is cooked, remove the pot from the heat and let it sit for a few minutes before serving.

7. Put the kamameshi in a bowl and add green onions and sesame seeds if you like.

This recipe is a main dish for 4-6 people.

Remarks:


 Please change the ingredients as you like. You can add seafood such as shrimp or scallops, or use a variety of meats such as pork or lamb.

Yakimono is a Japanese dish of grilled meat or fish. The most common meats used for grilling are chicken, beef, pork, and seafood.
A simple and classic grilled dish recipe that uses chicken thighs as the main ingredient.

material:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs

• 2 tbsp soy sauce

• 2 tablespoons sake

• 2 tbsp mirin

• 1 tablespoon of sugar

• 1 tablespoon grated ginger

• 2 cloves of minced garlic

• Green onions for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, sake, mirin, sugar, grated ginger and minced garlic. Mix well to form the marinade.

2. Put the chicken thighs in an airtight plastic bag or a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Make sure the chicken is well coated with the marinade.

3. Marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.

4. Heat the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.

5. Grill chicken for about 3-4 minutes per side or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).

6. Once the chicken is cooked through, remove it from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes.

7. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces and add green onions.

Yakimono can be served as a main dish with rice or vegetables, or as a side dish. Marinades can also be used for other meats and fish. You can skewer vegetables such as green peppers and eggplants and grill them together with the chicken.

This recipe serves 4 people and can be used as a main or side dish. If you eat it as a snack, it can be enjoyed by more people depending on the amount.

Note:

You can also use other meats such as pork, beef, and seafood such as shrimp, scallops, squid, and fish.Adjust the cooking time accordingly.