Here is a collection of hanpen recipes that allow you to enjoy the fluffy texture of hanpen. There are four recipes: "fried hanpen and green pepper with bonito-flavored bonito flakes," "fried green pepper stuffed with tuna mayo," "hanpen sandwich with shiso shirasu plum paste," and "fried hanpen and snap peas with sweet and spicy sauce.

Stir-fried hanpen and green pepper with bonito-flavored bonito sauce

A simple recipe for "Stir-fried hanpen and green pepper with bonito-flavored bonito flakes" that is easy to make but filling. It is a perfect side dish when you need one more dish for the table or to fill up space in a bento box.


The fluffy hanpen and the crispy green peppers create a vivid contrast. The flavor of bonito flakes and the aroma of sesame oil add depth to the dish.

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Stuffed Bell Pepper with Tuna Mayo

A recipe for "Hanpen Stuffed Bell Pepper with Tuna Mayo" that eliminates the risk of raw fish browning. You will be addicted to the taste, which is different from the one made with meat.


The bell peppers are crispy and the filling is soft and moist. The fresh flavor of the green pepper is combined with the delicious taste of the sea, and the richness of the mayonnaise envelopes the entire dish. It is also recommended as a side dish for bento as it remains fluffy even after cooling down.

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Hanpen Sandwich with Ume-Shiso Shirasu Flakes

A simple recipe for a fragrant Japanese side dish, "Ume-Shiso Shirasu Hanpen Sandwich". You can enjoy the beautiful colors of white, green, and red in this dish.


The saltiness of the hanpen, the flavor of the shirasu, and the saltiness and sourness of the ume plum combine to create a rich flavor. It is grilled in sesame oil, so you can also taste the aroma of sesame seeds. It is a perfect accompaniment to beer or sake.

＞＞For more detailed recipe, click here " Ume-Shiso Shirasu Shirasu Hanpen Sandwich".

Fried hanpen and snap peas with sweet and spicy sauce

A simple recipe for "Fried hanpen and snap peas with sweet and spicy sauce" that has a delightful texture. The gentle texture and sweet and spicy flavor make this a side dish that both children and adults will enjoy.


The sweet and spicy flavor will keep your chopsticks going. The savory flavor of the soy sauce, the fresh snap peas, and the richness of the sesame oil combine to give this dish a rich flavor.

]For a detailed recipe, click here " Stir-fried Hanpen and Snap Peas with Sweet and Spicy Sauce S auce