Senbei

Traditional Japanese rice crackers baked and brushed with soy sauce, sesame, or nori for a savory crunch.

Ingredients

• 700g pork loin
• 2 cups short-grain rice
• 2 tbsp minced garlic
• 1 tsp cracked black pepper
• 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil
• 200g bean sprouts
• a handful of fresh chives, chopped
• bonito flakes, to taste
• 400ml chicken stock
• 2 tsp wasabi paste
• 1 cup carrots, sliced
• a drizzle of sake

Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the panko breadcrumbs base and set it aside to rest while you get the filling ready.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the thinly sliced beef, napa cabbage, grated fresh ginger, and wasabi paste, mixing well so everything is evenly seasoned.

3. 3

   Heat toasted sesame oil in a skillet, wok, or on a griddle over medium-high heat until shimmering.

4. 4

   Cook the panko breadcrumbs until lightly golden on each side, then transfer to a warm plate.

5. 5

   Fry, grill, or steam the thinly sliced beef mixture until cooked through and lightly charred at the edges, about 20 mins.

6. 6

   Assemble by layering the panko breadcrumbs with the filling, a spoonful of sake, and a scattering of shiso leaves.

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