Braised Hijiki Seaweed with Maple Syrup and Bacon

Name: Braised Hijiki Seaweed with Maple Syrup and Bacon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 grams Hijiki packed in water; 3 slice Bacon; 50 grams Carrot; 3 Dried shiitake mushrooms; 50 ml Dashi stock and shiitake soaking liquid; 1 tbsp Soy sauce; 1 tbsp Mirin; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Maple syrup; 2 tsp Vegetable oil

Servings: persons

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This is a souvenir from Canada.
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I like its clean sweetness and use it as a condiment.
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Drain the hijiki.
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Cut the bacon into 1 cm pieces.
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Julienne the carrot and shiitake mushrooms (after rehydrating).
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Reserve the soaking liquid.
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Heat vegetable oil in a saucepan and fry the step 2 ingredients quickly.
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Add the A ingredients and fry until the excess moisture has evaporated over medium heat.
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It's done.
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Serving suggestion 1: eat with white rice.
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Serving suggestion 2: serve over rice and garnish with julienned shiso leaves.
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Serving suggestion 3: mix into the rice and serve with chopped spring onions.
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Serving suggestion 4: roll into an omelet.
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Serving suggestion 5: toss in a salad.
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Serving suggestion 6: top on sliced tomatoes or halved cherry tomatoes.
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Sprinkle with white sesame seeds.
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Serving suggestion 7: top on natto and sprinkle with chopped spring onions.

178

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 grams Hijiki packed in water, 3 slice Bacon, 50 grams Carrot, 3 Dried shiitake mushrooms, and more.

Yes, Braised Hijiki Seaweed with Maple Syrup and Bacon falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!