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Yakiniku — traditional dish from Osaka, Japan
Main course Meat

Food Flavour DNA

Nutritional Values

🔥550kcal
💪45gProtein
🌾8gCarbs
🥑35gFat
🌿2gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Allergens

🫘 Soy

Yakiniku

How to order / say it
Say it 焼肉 — [yah-kee-nee-koo]
Order I'd like the yakiniku, please.
Locally 焼肉をお願いします。
Say locally

Grilled meat dish enjoyed with dipping sauces.

Why try it?

Yakiniku represents the social aspect of dining in Osaka, encouraging gathering around a table to share a variety of grilled meats. It’s about the experience of grilling and enjoying food together.

How it tastes

The meats, typically tender and marinated or seasoned, are grilled to perfection, offering rich flavors and aromas. The dipping sauces range from soy-based to spicy, adding layers to the meat's natural taste.

Origin & History — first documented: 1945

Originating from Korean immigrants in the mid-20th century, yakiniku became popular in Osaka post-WWII, reflecting the city's modern and diverse culinary landscape.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥩 300 g beef slices
  • 🥣 50 ml soy sauce
  • 🧄 10 g garlic
  • 🍯 10 g sugar
  • 🫒 20 ml sesame oil
  • 🧄 20 g green onions
  • 🧂 10 g chili paste

Method

  1. 1 Marinate beef slices with soy sauce, garlic, sugar, and sesame oil.
  2. 2 Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  3. 3 Grill beef slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until caramelized.
  4. 4 Serve with green onions and dipping sauces.

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