In this article, we will focus on Hiroshima's B-class gourmet food and introduce some of the delicious local dishes. Hiroshima is known nationwide for its okonomiyaki and oysters, but there are many other delicious local dishes as well.

What is Hiroshima Prefecture's B-class gourmet food?

B-class gourmet refers to easy-to-prepare and delicious food that is loved by locals. Hiroshima Prefecture's B-class gourmet is rich in dishes that use noodles and seafood from the Seto Inland Sea, such as okonomiyaki, dry tantanmen, tsukemen, Onomichi ramen, oysters, and conger eel rice. We will introduce some exquisite dishes that are unique to Hiroshima.

If you want to know the specialty of Hiroshima, it has to be Okonomiyaki!

When it comes to okonomiyaki, Hiroshima and Osaka are famous. However, even though they have the same name, the way they are made is different, so the texture and taste are different.

Hiroshima okonomiyaki is made by cooking a thin crepe-like batter on a hot plate, topped with a generous layer of shredded cabbage, bean sprouts, pork, noodles, and egg, and then served with a rich okonomiyaki sauce.

Osaka okonomiyaki is called "mixed okonomiyaki" because the ingredients are mixed into the batter and then cooked, while Hiroshima okonomiyaki is called "layered okonomiyaki" because the ingredients are layered and then cooked.

A mountain of cabbage is sandwiched between the batter and the hot plate and steamed, allowing you to fully enjoy the flavor of the vegetables. You can choose from a variety of toppings to suit your taste, including seafood such as shrimp and scallops, cheese, mochi, udon, and soba.

There are many okonomiyaki restaurants in Hiroshima Prefecture, and each one has its own unique flavor and cooking method, so it's fun to find your favorite one.

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Oyster dishes

Hiroshima is known for its oysters, which are the number one produce in Japan. The rivers flowing from the Chugoku Mountains into Hiroshima Bay produce plump, nutritious, and delicious oysters.

There are many delicious oyster dishes available, including raw oysters, grilled oysters, fried oysters, and oyster dotenabe hotpot. Many restaurants offer oyster dishes on the menu, so be sure to give them a try.

One of the most recommended spots is the Oyster Shack, where you can enjoy barbecued oysters. It is only open during oyster season (October to May), but you can enjoy freshly picked oysters grilled over charcoal in a shack near the sea. Why not take your time to savor the hot, juicy meat?

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The spiciness will become an addictive taste! Dry Dandan noodles

It is said that the origin of dry tantanmen noodles is in fact Hiroshima. Its defining feature is its "numbing spiciness." In addition to chili peppers, it is mixed with plenty of Japanese pepper and Sichuan pepper, making it "numbingly spicy, but addictive!" and a must-try for those who love spicy food.

Plenty of boiled vegetables! Spicy Hiroshima Tsukemen

Hiroshima Tsukemen is a combination of Chinese noodles, roasted pork, plenty of boiled vegetables such as cabbage and bean sprouts, and boiled eggs. The soy sauce-based dipping sauce can be added with chili peppers or chili oil to taste, giving it a spicy flavor. You can add chili peppers to your liking, so it's safe for children. You can also try the super spicy version.

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Conger eel rice

Anagomeshi originated in Miyajima. It is said to have been created as a ekiben (train station lunch) during the Meiji period. Grilled anago (conger eel) in a secret sweet and spicy sauce is placed on rice and served in a rice bowl or bento. The soft and fluffy texture of the anago meat and its fragrant aroma will whet your appetite. It's also delicious when cooled, so takeout is recommended.

Onomichi Ramen

"Onomichi Ramen" originated in Onomichi City, Hiroshima Prefecture. Onomichi ramen is characterized by its clear soy sauce-based soup with pork back fat floating on top and flat noodles. Although you might think that the soup is too oily because of the abundance of back fat, it is not, and the flavor is so good that you will want to drink up the entire soup. There are many popular Onomichi ramen restaurants around Onomichi Station, so be sure to enjoy visiting them.

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Location of Hiroshima Prefecture

summary

We have introduced Hiroshima's representative B-class gourmet foods. In addition to these, there are many other delicious B-class gourmet foods, such as "agemomiji," a deep-fried version of the famous souvenir "momiji manju," "gansu," a deep-fried fish paste coated in breadcrumbs, and lemon sweets made with Innoshima lemons.

Hiroshima Prefecture is rich in ingredients, including seafood caught in the Seto Inland Sea, such as oysters, sea bream, octopus, and small sardines, and brand beef raised in the lush mountainous areas. When you visit the prefecture, why not try dishes made with local ingredients?

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