Nabe
Ask Japanese people: "What is winter food?" and 99 percent of people will
immediately answer: "NABE".
Nabe refers to different types of food, but the name comes from the flame-safe
earthenware pot that is used. We cook on the dining table and eat directly from the Nabe.
There are tons of recipes in Japan and Shabu-Shabu is one of the most
popular dishes.
Imagine a cold winter night, sitting around a Nabe with family or friends,
picking food from the pot with your chopsticks.
Blessed moment!
Nabe always makes us happy!
Surprisingly, in hot countries such as Thailand and Cambodia, where one can
sweat profusely, Nabe is still enjoyed on the streets or in restaurants. Their
spicy and refreshing dipping sauces give you appetite despite the sizzling
environment.
In Korea, people enjoy Chige (Nabe) all year round.
Chige is little different from other Nabe dishes, as they cook everything at
once and proceed to eat without adding to the pot.
Most of their recipes are spicy hot.
I picked 3 different styles of Nabe: Thai Nabe, Tofu-Pork Chige and Duck
Nabe.
You will be able to easily reproduce all of them and enjoy at home.
For Pupus, you will enjoy Kushiyaki (skewered foods). We will cook on the
griddle instead of using a charcoal BBQ.
Looking forward to eating Nabe with you this winter!
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