Colorful "Paprika and Chikuwa Kinpira" easy recipe!

Here is a simple recipe for "Paprika and Chikuwa Kinpira." Perfect as an accompaniment to both rice and sake.

Paprika and Chikuwa Kinpira

Ingredients

1 each of red and yellow bell pepper
6 pieces of chikuwa
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon white sesame seeds
2 teaspoons sesame oil

Preparation

1. Wash bell peppers, cut in half lengthwise, and remove stems and seeds. Slice lengthwise into thin strips about 3 mm wide.


Cut chikuwa into diagonal slices about 3 mm wide.


Put sesame oil in a frying pan and saute bell peppers over medium heat.


When the bell peppers have softened slightly, add the chikuwa and stir-fry for 1 minute.


Add soy sauce, sugar, and white sesame seeds.

How does Paprika and Chikuwa Kinpira taste?

Every time you bite into the crispy paprika, its fresh sweetness spreads. The flavor of the soy sauce and the mild flavor of the chikuwa go well with each other. The savory sesame seeds give the dish a richness that keeps the taste from becoming monotonous and keeps the chopsticks going.


For a more colorful finish, green peppers are a beautiful addition. This is a dish that is pleasing to the eye and will add a touch of color to your dining table or bento box.