The 46th installment: [Izakaya Hibiki] x Nomigoro Junmai Sake
Last month, on June 28th, the end of the rainy season was announced for the Hokuriku region, including Niigata Prefecture. The temperature has risen so much that you might wonder if it's always been this hot at this time of year! On days like these, let's enjoy some chilled summer drinks from the refrigerator! And don't forget the water to wash it down!
Now, in this segment, we visit restaurants and bars in Niigata Prefecture and ask them to come up with snacks that pair well with Yoshinogawa sake.Tipsy OneDish」。This month's featured shop is in Koidejima, Uonuma City.It is located「Izakaya Hibiki」It's Mr. [Name]. A limited edition sake for early summer. 「Nomigoro Junmai (pure rice sake)」 They prepared a dish that pairs perfectly with it! All you have to do is let it marinate for two days. So, let's start with an introduction to the alcohol...
First of all, what does "drinking to finish" mean...?
"Nomikiri" was originally an event where the brewery owner, master brewer, and all the brewery workers would check the deterioration and maturation of the sake.drinkingOpen the spout called "cutThe name originates from this. Now, it also serves as a place to check the results of the new type of brewing that master brewer Fujino has challenged himself with, and here you can catch a glimpse of Yoshinogawa's approach of inheriting long-standing traditions while also taking on new challenges.
This time's alcohol「Nomigoro Junmai (pure rice sake)」This is a pure rice sake that received the highest rating in the "Nomikiri" (a sake tasting competition), and it has been bottled unpasteurized so that you can enjoy it in the same state as when it was stored in the tank.
And then they introduce the dishesIzakaya HibikiThis restaurant opened in 2006 and is a place that can be enjoyed by a wide range of customers, from solo diners to families. The menu is extensive, and the recommendations change daily depending on what ingredients are available that day.They offer not only Japanese dishes like pasta and pizza, but also Western cuisine. Their "Mega Parfait (serves 20 people)," which requires advance reservations, is also intriguing!
This time, the representativeWe were introduced to the cuisine by Mr. Yasuhiro Hoshino. Mr. Hoshino trained in Tokyo from the age of 18, and afterwards moved his parents' restaurant to its current location and reopened it. His son is getting married! Congratulations!
The dishes to pair with this drink are:Mochibuta Saikyo-yakiThat's it! This is an easy dish that pairs perfectly with this pure rice sake, and it only takes two days (48 hours) to make!
The recipe is here ↓
★Ingredients★ (2 servings)
• Mochibuta pork (loin): 2 slices (250g each)
・Saikyo miso: 300g
・Alcohol: 20cc
・Mirin: 20cc
Sugar: 30g
★Recipe★
1. Add sake, mirin, and sugar to the Saikyo miso and mix well.
If you prefer a sweeter taste, add more mirin and sugar.
2. Spread the mixed miso on a tray and place two pieces of mochibuta pork on top. Spread more miso on top of the mochibuta pork, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rest in the refrigerator for two days (48 hours).
3. Let it rest in the refrigerator for two days (48 hours). Moisture will be released and the miso will soak in, changing the color of the mochi pork from pink to red.
4. Rinse the miso off the pork under running water, then pat dry with kitchen paper.
6. Add some vegetable oil to a frying pan and cook thoroughly over medium heat.
7. Plate and serve! Add side dishes as you like...
Marinated for a full 48 hours, the pork is thoroughly infused with miso, and the more you chew, the sweeter the fat and the richer the flavor spreads in your mouth. It also has a fruity aroma and a rich flavor that stands up to the miso.Nomigoro Junmai (pure rice sake)Pour it in, and it's the perfect match for Saikyo-yaki!! It's an easy recipe where you just marinate the meat, so please try making it at home!
And this time,Izakaya Hibiki[Name]'s July Limited Menu「Tempura of eight-colored shiitake mushrooms, shrimp, and scallops」They also prepared the restaurant's recommended "assorted sashimi" for us.！
The thick, meaty shiitake mushrooms, shrimp, and scallops, coated in a crispy batter, enhance the flavor of each ingredient, and this time...Nomigoro Junmai (pure rice sake)It pairs perfectly with the rich and crisp flavor! The sashimi is also exceptionally fresh!
The menu items introduced this time areIzakaya HibikiYou can enjoy it at [Name]'s store.
・Grilled pork marinated in Saikyo miso: 650 yen (tax included)
・Tempura of eight-colored shiitake mushrooms, shrimp, and scallops: 650 yen (tax included)
*This is a limited-time menu item for July only.
The restaurant's recommended sashimi platter
• Assorted seafood platter (three kinds)
- Okimori (five-item assortment)
• Large serving of seafood (seven items)
The details of this event will be broadcast on NST at 6:00 PM on Saturday, July 9th.
Channel: "I Love Niigata! Channel" ↓↓
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXScRoBNwPISEKWqBXeGiwQ
——————-☆The shop we requested this time☆——————-
【address】
125-7 Koidejima, Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture
[Telephone]
025-792-8208
[Business Hours]
Tuesday to Saturday: 17:00 to 23:00
Sunday: 16:00 - 22:00
[Regular closing day] Monday
*We will be closed on July 10th.
We will resume normal business hours from Tuesday, so please take note of this when planning your visit.