Yakiniku
Yakiniku
Yakiniku, Japanese barbecue, is one of the most enjoyable and social ways of eating in Japan, built around a small charcoal or gas grill at the centre of the table over which thinly sliced beef, pork and vegetables are cooked to order by the people eating them. The name translates simply as grilled meat, but the experience is far more considered than that suggests: different cuts of meat are ordered in a specific sequence, from lighter, more delicate flavours to richer, fattier ones, and each piece is cooked for only seconds on each side before being dipped in a tare sauce and eaten immediately while still hot. The pace is unhurried and conversational, and a good yakiniku meal can last two hours without anyone noticing.
The cuts served at yakiniku are specific to the tradition. Karubi (short rib) is the most popular, rich, well-marbled and slightly sweet when grilled. Rosu (sirloin) is leaner and more elegant. Tongue (tan) is served thinly sliced and grilled briefly, finished with a squeeze of lemon. Harami (skirt steak) has an intense beefy flavour that contrasts beautifully with the other cuts. Vegetables, king oyster mushrooms, spring onions, sweet potato, corn, fill the gaps between meat courses and provide necessary balance.
The tabletop grill is the centrepiece of the yakiniku experience. Compact gas grills designed specifically for domestic use are available in this collection, along with the wire grill nets that sit over the heat and are replaced as they become saturated with fat. Smoke-reducing models, which filter the combustion gases before releasing them, are a practical consideration for indoor use.
Tare sauces, sesame oil dipping sauces and the other condiments essential to yakiniku are available in the ingredients section.
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Use a portable burner for the table setup and explore our tongs for handling the grill.
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Sori Yanagi Kitchen Tongs are iconic Japanese stainless steel tongs designed by legendary industrial designer Sori Yanagi - a perfectly balanced, ergonomic tool that reflects the same design philosophy as his famous butterfly stool. Designer Sori Yanagi (柳宗理) Product Type...
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The Iwatani Cassette Grill Slim is a sleek tabletop gas grill for yakitori, grilled vegetables, and yakiniku at home. Its slim profile stores away easily between uses. Brand & Origin Iwatani (MADE IN JAPAN) Dimensions 13.3" W x 10.6" D...
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The Shimomura Tenderizer is a Japanese meat mallet with a dual-sided head, one textured face for tenderising, one flat face for pounding. Essential for tonkatsu preparation. Includes 1 tenderizer Dimensions 23.4 × 9.6 × 3.4 cm (9.2 × 2.6 ×...
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The Yakiniku Grilling Pan, ridged cast iron grill pan for cooking Japanese barbecue-style meats, vegetables, and seafood on a tabletop burner. Ridges drain fat and create authentic grill marks. Includes 1 cast iron grill plate Dimensions 35 × 30.5 ×...
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The Yakitori Single Grill is a compact tabletop charcoal grill designed specifically for skewered yakitori. Narrow and deep, it positions skewers perfectly over the heat source. Type Tabletop charcoal yakitori grill Fuel Charcoal (bincho-tan recommended) Origin Japan Narrow channel positions...
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Suba Kitchen Tongs, Japanese stainless steel tongs with silicone tips for safe use with non-stick cookware. Precise grip for turning, plating, and serving hot foods. Includes 1 pair of kitchen tongs Length 14.7 cm (5.7") Material 18-0 stainless steel Origin...
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Marujyu Grill Mesh | Japanese BBQ Net A professional-grade wire grill mesh for yakiniku and yakitori tabletop cooking, allows fat to drip freely for clean, authentic Japanese grilling results. Sizes 15×15×H3.5cm or 22×22×H4cm Material Ceramic body + stainless steel chrome-plated...
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The Iwachu Yaki Frypan, Japanese cast iron skillet designed for high-heat searing of fish, meat, and vegetables. Thick base creates intense, even heat for a proper sear and natural non-stick surface. In the Box 1 Japanese Cast Iron Frying Pan...
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Todai Chopstick Tongs, Japanese precision serving tongs in the form of elongated chopsticks with a spring mechanism. Perfect for serving salads, noodles, and teppan-grilled dishes at the table. Brand & Origin TODAI Kitchenware | Made in Niigata, Japan 🇯🇵 Material...