A fusion of vegetables, including but not limited to mushrooms, leeks, and celery, that have been sliced up and briefly cooked together with slender strips of beef, soy sauce, and dashi. The term is speculated to have two potential origins, with some asserting that it translates to “cooked on a plough,” while others suggest it means “sliced thinly and fried.”
A delightful fusion of meat and vegetables, expertly prepared in a saucepan, has earned its reputation as the “friendship dish” among foreign taste buds in Japan. This renowned culinary creation, known as sukiyaki, boasts a captivating presentation as its meticulously arranged ingredients grace a platter before reaching the table. The cooking process takes place in a shallow, sturdy iron pan, perched upon a charcoal brazier, gas flame, electric plate, or even an electric skillet. While beef holds the position of the traditional meat of choice, variations of sukiyaki include poultry, pork, or other enticing combinations.