Nikujyaga

Nikujyaga is a very popular meal at home in Japan. The ingredients are typically beef or pork, potato, onion, and carrot stewed in a somewhat sweet sauce. Boys will often request their girlfriends to make this dish because it is very much a comfort food. Thus, many women will remark that it is their favorite and most delicious dish to make.

Yield: 4 servings
Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb sliced beef
  
• 3 potatoes (each cut into 8 pieces)
• 1 carrot, chopped
  
• 1/2 onion, sliced
  

Spices

• 2 tbsp sake
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1.5 tbsp sugar
• 2 tbsp mirin

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a frying pan and grill beef for 2 minutes, then add mixed spices (soy sauce, mirin, sake and sugar)
2. Add vegetables, cover, and cook for 10 minutes over medium heat
3. Remove the lid and continue cooking for 10 more minutes, stirring constantly
4. Serve and enjoy!