Nikujaga (Simmered Meat and Potatoes)

Ingredients

• 8 oz Thinly sliced beef (sirloin or ribeye)
• 3 medium Potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 large Yellow onion, sliced
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Mirin
• 2 tbsp Sake
• 1 tbsp Sugar
• 1.5 cups Dashi stock
• 1/4 cup Frozen peas(optional)
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a pot over medium heat. Add the sliced onion and cook 3-4 minutes until softened.

2. 2

   Add the beef slices and cook 2-3 minutes until no longer pink.

3. 3

   Add the potatoes and stir to coat, about 1 minute.

4. 4

   Pour in dashi, soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.

5. 5

   Simmer uncovered for 25-30 minutes, skimming any foam, until potatoes are tender and liquid is reduced.

6. 6

   Stir in peas during the last 2 minutes of cooking, if using. Serve hot in bowls with rice.