In this article, we will focus on Miyazaki Prefecture's B-class gourmet food and introduce some delicious local dishes.

Miyazaki Prefecture is known for its wide variety of delicious B-class gourmet foods, including meat, seafood, and fruit.
Come explore the charms of Miyazaki while enjoying the local flavors!

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

B-class gourmet food refers to easy-to-prepare and delicious food that is loved by locals. Miyazaki Prefecture has the highest chicken consumption in Japan, so there are many chicken dishes such as charcoal-grilled local chicken and chicken nanban, but the prefecture also has its own unique gourmet food such as hiyajiru (chilled soup), spicy noodles, and mango desserts.

We will introduce you to some exquisite dishes that are unique to Miyazaki.

Charbroiled local chicken

Miyazaki Prefecture is one of the top producers of chicken in Japan.
In particular, the tender and juicy "Jitokko" chicken is a Miyazaki brand of chicken that is sold in izakaya chains all over the country and has become well known throughout Japan.

Jidori chicken is generally grilled over charcoal, giving it a unique smoked aroma and a dark appearance from the charcoal.
The seasoning is often simple, such as salt and pepper, and the crispy outside and soft inside of these jittokko are perfect not only to be eaten with rice, but also to accompany alcoholic drinks.

Chicken Nanban

Chicken Nanban, which originated in Nobeoka city in the northern part of Miyazaki Prefecture, is now becoming a standard menu item throughout the country.
The chicken is coated in flour, dipped in beaten egg, fried until crispy, and then dipped in a refreshing sweet and sour sauce.

It is also common to serve it with a generous amount of tartar sauce, and many restaurants express their individuality by creating their own unique tartar sauce.

There is also some debate about whether to use chicken breast or thigh meat.
Depending on the restaurant, there are those who prefer "breast meat" and those who prefer "thigh meat," so why not choose according to your preference, whether you want light or firm meat?

Meat-wrapped rice balls

Meat-wrapped rice balls, which are made by wrapping rice in thinly sliced pork marinated in soy sauce and baking it in the oven until golden brown, are said to have originally been created as staff meals at restaurants.

Originally it was a typical triangular rice ball shape, but to make it easier to eat it was changed to a rice ball shape, and now it is firmly established.

Nowadays, there is a wide variety of flavors available, such as cheese and kimchi, so it's perfect for satisfying your hunger while traveling, like fast food.

Hiyajiru (cold soup)

Hiya-jiru is a local dish of Miyazaki Prefecture, and is said to have been eaten in ordinary households in Miyazaki during the summer.

The main ingredients are fish such as horse mackerel and miso. The grilled fish is shredded, stir-fried with the miso, dissolved in cold soup stock, and then cucumber, shiso leaves, and tofu are added and mixed, and finally it is served with ground sesame seeds.

You can eat it as is, or pour it over rice like ochazuke.
It's a refreshing and appetizing dish for hot days, and is also great for easing summer fatigue or relieving the fatigue of traveling!

Nobeoka spicy noodles

Recently, Miyazaki Spicy Noodles have become more well-known, with instant noodles being sold nationwide.
The distinctive feature of these spicy noodles is the unique "konjac noodles" made from buckwheat flour and wheat flour.

The chewy noodles with their unique texture mixed with the bright red soup made with plenty of chili peppers will become addictive!
The fluffy beaten egg helps to soften the spiciness, making it easy to eat.

Even if you don't like spicy food, many restaurants will adjust the spiciness for you, so please give it a try.
However, since it contains a lot of garlic, I recommend eating it at night rather than at lunch!

Location of Miyazaki Prefecture

summary

This time we introduced Miyazaki Prefecture's B-class gourmet food.
Miyazaki Prefecture is brimming with B-grade gourmet food, from chicken dishes that use plenty of local chicken to lighter dishes that can withstand the heat.

There are plenty of other delicacies made with seafood and fruit that we cannot introduce here, so if you visit Miyazaki, be sure to try these delicious dishes.

Enjoy a wonderful trip exploring the amazing charms of Miyazaki while savoring local flavors!

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