Japanese-Style Simmered Shrimp and Nagaimo Yam with

Name: Japanese-Style Simmered Shrimp and Nagaimo Yam with Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 200 grams Peeled shrimp; 250 grams peeled Nagaimo yam; 1 Tomato; 1 clove Garlic; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Miso; 1 Salt and pepper; 1 Vegetable oil; 1 tbsp Sake; 1 tbsp Katakuriko

Servings: persons

1
Devein the peeled shrimp, if necessary.
2
Rub in the prepping ingredients (sake and katakuriko), and rinse the shrimp.
3
Peel the nagaimo yam, and cut into 1 cm slices (either whole or after cutting the yam in half lengthwise first).
4
Chop the tomato coarsely.
5
Finely mince the garlic.
6
Heat oil in a frying pan.
7
Add garlic and saute over medium heat until fragrant.
8
Add the nagaimo yam and saute until it's starting to turn translucent - about 3 minutes.
9
Add the peeled and cleaned shrimp and mix, then add the sake and tomato.
10
Cover with a lid and simmer over low heat for about 5 minutes.
11
Dissolve the miso.
12
Taste, and add salt and pepper to taste, and turn off the heat.
13
Transfer to a serving plate.
14
Optionally, add chopped green onion (not listed) on top.

284

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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: 200 grams Peeled shrimp, 250 grams peeled Nagaimo yam, 1 Tomato, 1 clove Garlic, and more.

Yes, Japanese-Style Simmered Shrimp and Nagaimo Yam with Tomatoes falls under the Seafood 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.

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Japanese-Style Simmered Shrimp and Nagaimo Yam with Tomatoes

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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