How to Make Imoni from Yamagata Prefecture 秋だ,芋煮だ!山形風芋煮

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Channel: TabiEats · 2014 · Howto & Style

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Today we'll be making Imoni, which is a traditional beef dish eaten in Yamagata prefecture during the autumn season. It's a simple and rustic dish that's not only  hearty and delicious, but very easy to make. Subscribe HERE for weekly videos! http://goo.gl/18SB8p

Here are a few tips for best results. 

*If you can't find satoimo yams, you may use regular potatoes for this dish. 
*Using beef with some fat ( marbling ) will result in tender meat.
*If you can't find konnyaku, eliminate from the recipe. 

Serves 2

500 grams satoimo yams or regular potatoes(4-5 yams or 1 small potato per person)cut into bite-sized pieces.
300 grams thinly-sliced beef(marbled beef is best)cut into bite-sized pieces
1/2 block Konnyaku cut into bite-sized pieces
1 stalk Japanese negi ( green onions ) or leeks cut on the bias
Seasonings
3 tablespoons soy sauce          
1 1/2 tablespoons sake
3 cups water

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