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Carrot and Onion Horumonyaki Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 pound beef liver, sliced into thin pieces
- 2 large carrots, julienned
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup mirin
- 2 tablespoons sake
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special Equipment Needed:
- Grill or griddle pan
- Skewers

Step-by-Step Instructions:

1. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sake, and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Set aside.
2. Thread the sliced beef liver onto skewers, alternating with julienned carrots and sliced onions.
3. Brush the skewers with vegetable oil and season with salt and pepper.
4. Preheat the grill or griddle pan over medium-high heat.
5. Grill the skewers for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the liver is cooked through.
6. Brush the skewers with the soy sauce mixture and grill for another minute on each side.
7. Remove the skewers from the grill and serve hot.


Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Grill or griddle pan over medium-high heat
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories per serving: 300
Fat: 12g
Carbohydrates: 18g
Protein: 28g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Beef liver can be substituted with chicken liver or pork liver.
- Mirin can be substituted with sweet white wine or rice vinegar.
- Sake can be substituted with dry sherry or white wine.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or brown sugar.

Variations:
- Add sliced bell peppers or mushrooms to the skewers.
- Use different types of meat, such as chicken or pork.
- Add garlic or ginger to the soy sauce mixture for extra flavor.

Tips and Tricks:
- Soak the skewers in water for 30 minutes before using to prevent them from burning.
- Don't overcook the liver, as it can become tough and dry.
- Brush the skewers with the soy sauce mixture just before removing them from the grill to prevent burning.

Storage Instructions:
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the microwave or on the grill until heated through.

Presentation Ideas:
Arrange the skewers on a platter and garnish with chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Garnishes:
Chopped green onions or sesame seeds.

Pairings:
Serve with steamed rice and a side of stir-fried vegetables.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Stir-fried vegetables, steamed rice, or a green salad.

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the liver is tough, it may have been overcooked. Cook for a shorter amount of time next time.
- If the skewers are burning, reduce the heat on the grill or griddle pan.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure the liver is cooked through before serving.
- Wash hands and utensils thoroughly after handling raw liver.

Food History:
Horumonyaki is a Japanese dish that typically consists of grilled beef or pork offal, such as liver or intestines.

Flavor Profiles:
Savory, sweet, and slightly smoky.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve hot as a main dish.

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Region: Japanese

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Sweet, Umami