30th Edition [Nagaoka Fishing Port Kenjiro, Castle Second Wharf] × Junmai Ginjo Unfiltered Sake & Roasted Sake
With March here, I sympathize with those suffering from hay fever, as these are likely difficult days for them.
As the snow melts further, butterbur sprouts begin to appear, bringing a taste of spring to our dinner tables.
The Niigata Sake Festival, a major spring event in Niigata, is also a springtime tradition.
Unfortunately, this spring's event was also canceled, just like last year's.
So this spring, I'll share some easy recipes you can make at home.
Let's elevate your cooking with a dish recommended by a professional chef!
The restaurant that will be introducing the dishes to us this time is:
"Nagaoka Fishing Port Kenjiro, Castle Second Wharf"It's you!!
And the sake we're introducing today has the "Niigata Sake Festival" logo on its label.
「Junmai Ginjo Unfiltered Sake"is!
The rich aroma of Junmai Ginjo sake and the full-bodied, complex flavor of unfiltered sake.
To suppress the new sake aroma, the freshly pressed junmai ginjo is not filtered.
After the initial heating process, the product is allowed to stabilize for approximately one month before being shipped.
This is a premium alcoholic beverage that we offer to everyone with a truly premium feel.
Therefore, quantities are limited.
When you come across it in a store, please pick it up and experience the amazing taste for yourself. It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Please enjoy this with the dishes we're introducing today.*This is a limited-quantity item.
Now, let me introduce today's featured shop.
Kenjiro Nagaoka Fishing Port, Jōnai Second Wharf,
December 2020, Dia Plaza Nagaoka, 1st floor, in front of Nagaoka Station
(Former Ito-Yokado Marudai Nagaoka Store) has opened.
In 2016, they opened two stores in Kashiwazaki, and finally, their third store in the prefecture opened in Nagaoka.
Mr. Munehiro Mitani, the manager who also prepared today's meal, was seen filleting the fish.
The store manager is so handsome, you can't help but stare.
That's no surprise, as his grandfather was a fisherman and his father ran a sushi restaurant, so he had a lot to do with fish.
A palate, discerning eye, and craftsmanship that were naturally acquired from a young age without being taught.
Incidentally, the name "Kenjiro" apparently comes from the store manager's grandfather.
The restaurant consists entirely of private rooms, except for the counter seating.
The restaurant has an impressive display of large fishing flags, and there are several types of private rooms where you can enjoy delicious food and drinks.
The private, secluded rooms are a great way to instantly relieve the stresses of everyday life.
Currently, lunch is take-out only (11:30 AM - 2:00 PM),
The most popular item, the "Karatama Bento," also offers a meaty option.
Here is the recipe for today's dish.
Pea sprouts and pork with plum dressing (roasted sake version)
It's very easy and perfect for today's dish.
The key ingredient is "Yoshinogawa Irizake" (roasted sake).
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★Material★
・Bean seedlings: 1 bag
• Sliced pork belly: 200g
・Pickled plum: 1
Yoshinogawa Roasted Sake: 1 teaspoon
Dark soy sauce: 1.5 tablespoons
・Cast sugar: 2g
・Sesame oil: 5g
Salted kelp: 5g
• Toasted sesame seeds: a small amount
★Recipe★
1. Cut the pea sprouts from the root and then cut them in half lengthwise.
2. Slice the pork belly into pieces about 3 cm thick.
3. Remove the pits from the pickled plums and mash them well. Mix them thoroughly with roasted sake, dark soy sauce, refined sugar, and sesame oil.
4. Quickly blanch the pea sprouts and pork belly slices separately in boiling water, then drain and let cool.
5. Mix each together.
6. Serve in a bowl and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds. Done!
◆◆ What is Irizake? ◆◆
Before soy sauce became widespread, sake was simmered with pickled plums and bonito flakes to make a thicker sauce.
All-purpose seasoningThat's it.
The perfect balance of umami from the broth enhances the flavor of the ingredients, elevating the dish to the next level.
Also great for reducing salt intake.
Purchases can be made through our official shop. Please take advantage of this opportunity.
Click here →https://item.rakuten.co.jp/y-hisagotei/irizake3/
This recipe allows you to substitute white fish for the meat.
Please give it a try!
☆Today's Menu☆
・Pea sprouts and pork with plum dressing (roasted sake version) 528 yen (tax included) *Limited time offer.
We were introduced to another item today.
Sashimi of the brain of a bluefin tuna
It tastes like medium fatty tuna. This is a rare cut, so reservations are recommended!
——————-☆The shop we requested this time☆——————-
＜Nagaoka Fishing Port, Kenjiro Castle Second Pier＞
[Address] 1st Floor, Dia Plaza Nagaoka, 2-3-12 Jonai-cho, Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture
[Telephone] 0258-86-7092
[Business Hours] Lunchtime 11:30-14:00 *Takeout only
Dinner time: 17:30-23:00
(Last order for food: 10:00 PM, Last order for drinks: 10:30 PM)
Today's drink will fill my heart and body with a little bit of happiness.