Don’t be scared by this! It’s both very tasty, and easier to cook than it looks.
Total cook time - about 5-7 minutes. 1) add oil to pan, then add everything but rice cakes and stock. 2) chop chop chop! 3) add rice cakes, cook slightly more, add just a touch of stock. Let thicken a little. 4) make a well in the center, add stock bit by bit (similar to making a risotto) 5) when all stock is absorbed, and consistency is what you want, dig inn! ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BG8idMsP2LE
I have tried MANY ramen, and Ichiran is maybe THE best I've had.
It's not just the taste, but the PROCEDURE, the CUSTOMIZATION that really makes this stand out from the others.
Still hungry for more? No problem! Just ask for more noodles for like 1/3 the price!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BT2UndSF5mY
When you're in Japan, perhaps THE best thing to do is HOT SPRING.
Hakone is a great place for it. It's a very nice area, but just be aware, RESTAURANTS CLOSE EARLY (around 5-6pm). Hotel restaurants stay open later. And if you're lucky enough to be near a 7-11, they're usually open 24 hours.
If you get a chance, take the Romance Car. It's a very comfortable ride.
Recommended food: soba noodles at Soba-kiri, BIG toast at Cafe Renoir.
ALSO: EXPECT CASH ONLY at most places!!
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=InLOvIcvo1U
One of the best sandwiches I ever made wow.
The “Lee Schloss McRib Sandwich”. With help of 2 glorious beef ribs from La Roca Supermarket in Union City, NJ.
Music: Nova Monkeys by Basement Freaks
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QVMaIMuexuo