Easy to make even on days when you're exhausted! 2 recipes for main dishes and side dishes that are "delicious without any shortcuts"

Hello. I am Ayumi Nakaganji, a chef.

The weather has been so nice lately. Morning walks are so refreshing, and although I thought I would only last three days, I've managed to keep it up for the past month or so.

With the lovely weather this month, I'm sure many people have been busy going out on weekends to sports days and autumn outings.

For those of you who are in this situation, we have a recipe that requires little washing up, has no complicated steps, and can be made even on days when you're exhausted!

1: No seasoning needed! "Salted salmon and mushroom steamed with citrus"

Shiny kabosu and sudachi are on the market now. Citrus fruits are often eaten with grilled fish, so from the beginning, they are steamed together with the fish. The aroma that spreads when you open the aluminum foil is irresistible.

Salted salmon is used, so no seasoning is required. It is wrapped in aluminum foil and steamed, so there is almost no washing up to do.

This is a simple recipe; just wrap it in aluminum foil in the morning and steam it when you get home.

Image: Ayumi Chuganji

[Ingredients] (Serves 2)
Salted salmon・・・2 slices
Mushrooms (several kinds of your choice)・・・150g
Citrus fruits (Kabosu, Sudachi, etc., as you like)...1-2 pieces
Sake・・・2 teaspoons
Soy sauce...a little

<How to make>

(1) Remove the stems from the mushrooms and break them into bite-sized pieces. Cut the citrus fruits into round slices.

(2) Spread out aluminum foil to about 40 cm, layer the mushrooms, citrus fruits, and salted salmon in that order, sprinkle sake on top, and seal tightly.

(3) Place in a heated steamer and steam for about 10 minutes. If you don't have a steamer, put about 200ml of water in a frying pan with a lid, cover it, and heat it. If the water runs out during the process, add more water each time.

(4) Serve in bowls and add more soy sauce if the flavor is too bland.

The citrus fruit I used this time is "Nagato Yuzukichi," a relative of kabosu and sudachi. It has few seeds and plenty of juice, and it feels a bit like Miyazaki's "Hebesu."

You can also use the frozen mushrooms I introduced the other day. (Article isHere). The mushrooms will reduce in volume considerably, so you can stuff them into a loaf of bread.

2: The addictive side dish you'll reach for again and again: "Dried Daikon Strips Namul"

Give it a try and see if it works! The sweetness of the kiriboshi daikon radish goes well with the saltiness of the ham and fish sauce. The delicious crunchy texture will have you reaching for your chopsticks to eat it. The green onions are a nice accent.

It doesn't require cooking and you just mix the ingredients together, making it easy to prepare. You can make a lot to stock up on or have as a snack.

Image: Ayumi Chuganji

[Ingredients] (Serves 2)
Dried daikon strips・・・20g
Ham...3 slices
Green onion・・・3 stalks
Ground sesame (white)・・・1 tablespoon
2/3 teaspoon fish sauce
Sugar...two pinches
Sesame oil...appropriate amount

<How to make>

(1) Rinse the kiriboshi daikon radish quickly and place it in a bowl of about 300 ml of water to soak it.
*The soaking water can be used as stock, so use it in miso soup or simmered dishes.

(2) Lightly squeeze the kiriboshi daikon radish and cut it into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the ham. Cut the green onion into 2 cm pieces. Place everything in a bowl.

(3) Add the fish sauce, sugar, and ground sesame seeds to (2) and mix well. Transfer to a serving dish and add a little sesame oil for flavor.

Another appealing feature of kiriboshi daikon is that it is rich in dietary fiber, calcium, and iron (※1). I think it is a very versatile dried food. In addition to simmered dishes, it can also be eaten deliciously in salads like this one, or as an ingredient in miso soup.

I would be happy if you add this to your repertoire. Please give it a try. (Text by Ayumi Nakaganji)
*This article is based on information at the time of publication. (*1) Food Composition Database (Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology)

#recipe Check them all out!
#Homemade meal　#cooking　#Gourmet
⇒【NEW】Click here for the latest information on Fukuoka

＜Other articles you may like＞
◆[Hirao] A hidden gem of a fresh donut shop with great portions and prices
◆[Ukiha New Store] Luxurious sweets made with freshly picked fruits
◆[Kego] A popular patisserie perfect for souvenir hunting