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The episode focuses on two notable dishes: a chicken and rice dish from the Nanban Ryōrisho (Southern Barbarians Cookbook) and namasu no bu, a dish prepared with vinegar, guided by the Ryōri Monogatari of the 17th century. The preparation of namasu involves using daikon and gobo (burdock root), showcasing the flexibility of the original recipes to incorporate local vegetables.
Ingredients and Preparation
To craft the namasu, the host begins by making a vinegar solution with rice vinegar, sugar, and salted kombu. The vegetables are then salted and allowed to rest, drawing out their moisture before being submerged in the vinegar overnight.