Our Family Recipe for Nikujaga (Simmered Meat and Potatoes)

1. 1

   Prep the vegetables: Cut into easy-to-eat pieces.

2. 2

   Put the potato pieces in a bowl of water for about 10 minutes.

3. 3

   Heat oil (not listed) in a pan, and cook the beef.

4. 4

   When it's about 80% cooked, add the vegetables and cook over medium heat for about 2 minutes.

5. 5

   Add the ingredients.

6. 6

   When it comes to a boil, cover with an instant drop lid (see Hints), cover the pan with a regular lid on top, and simmer over low heat until the vegetables are tender.

7. 7

   Take both lids off, raise the heat to high and simmer until most of the liquid has reduced.

8. 8

   Let it cool down naturally so that the flavors penetrate everything.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.