In this article, we will focus on B-class gourmet food in Mie Prefecture and introduce some of the delicious local dishes. Mie Prefecture is surrounded by nature, including the sea and mountains, and there are many B-class gourmet foods.

We hope you will enjoy the local flavors and explore the charms of Mie Prefecture.

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

Mie Prefecture's B-class gourmet food refers to easy-to-prepare and delicious food that is loved by locals. For tourists, rare B-class gourmet food that they can't usually get is attractive.

We will introduce you to some delicious dishes that are unique to Mie Prefecture.

Soft and thick noodles Ise udon

Ise udon is a very thick udon noodle that is boiled for a long time until it becomes soft. Ise udon is boiled for about an hour and is about three times thicker than regular udon. It is served with a rich sweet and spicy sauce made from tamari soy sauce, bonito flakes, dried sardines, and other ingredients. The topping is simple, with just chopped green onions.

In the Ise area, people have traditionally eaten udon noodles mixed with miso paste, but it is said that Ise udon began when dashi was added to make it easier to eat. It is still popular as an everyday dish among locals today.

Spicy and sweet Kameyama miso yakiudon

Kameyama miso-yaki udon is a local B-class gourmet dish in Kameyama City. It is said to have originated as a dish that was popular among truck drivers on the national highway.

Udon noodles are grilled together with meat and vegetables, and seasoned with a red miso-based sauce. Each restaurant uses a different miso sauce blend, so you can enjoy a variety of flavors. The original miso sauce is sure to whet your appetite. Another fun point is that some restaurants allow you to grill your own food as you eat.

Beef bone miso soup Kameyama ramen

Kameyama ramen was developed with the aim of revitalizing the town and winning the Ramen Grand Prix. There are three conditions that must be met in order to be called beef bone ramen.

The soup is an original blend of beef bone extract and miso. Three types of mushrooms from Mie Prefecture are used. The noodles are made from Nishino Kaori wheat from Mie Prefecture. Kameyama Ramen was the winner of the Local Ramen Grand Prix 2013.

Stamina-packed pork cutlet

Tonteki, pork steak seasoned with garlic and a rich sauce, is a specialty dish of Yokkaichi. It is served with plenty of shredded cabbage as a side dish. The garlic aroma and sweet sauce go well with rice.

The name comes directly from pork (ton) steak (teki). Tonteki is a thick piece of meat cut into pieces, so it is also called "grove grill" because of its appearance. It is loved by many people because it is easier to eat a lot than beef steak.

Big impact Tsu gyoza

"Tsu Gyoza" is a local B-class gourmet food of Tsu City that originated from school lunches. It is a deep-fried dumpling with a large skin measuring 15 cm in diameter. The fillings inside are original to each store.

To make it easier to distribute in school lunches, the "Tsu Gyoza" is made in a size that allows each person to eat one and be satisfied, making it a very filling dish. Its impressive appearance and delicious taste have made it a popular menu item among children.

Tekone sushi is also served at banquets.

Tekone-zushi is made by marinating red fish such as bonito or tuna in a sauce made with soy sauce and placing it on top of vinegared rice. It is also sprinkled with condiments such as shiso leaves, ginger, and nori seaweed.

Originally, Shima fishermen would immediately soak the fish they caught in soy sauce and mix (knead) it with their hands before eating it, hence the name Tegone Sushi. Eating the sticky sashimi marinated in sauce together with the fragrant condiments is a refreshing combination.

Nabari beef soup made with branded Wagyu beef

Nabari beef soup is a clear soup made with Iga beef and local vegetables, and is made with bonito and soy sauce. It is said to have originated as a butcher's meal. Iga beef, which is raised in an area with large temperature differences, has finely textured meat and is so delicious that it is called the "champion of meat."

Since variations are permitted, you can enjoy a variety of flavors at each restaurant. Restaurants that serve Nabari beef soup have red curtains hanging in front of their doors.

Matsusaka chicken grilled with miso sauce

In Matsusaka city, the surprising dish of grilled chicken is popular, not beef. Since ancient times, there have been many farms that kept egg-laying chickens in the suburbs of Matsusaka city. It is said that Matsusaka chicken grilled meat began when chickens that had stopped laying eggs were grilled on a charcoal grill and eaten.

Matsusaka chicken yakiniku is grilled on a wire rack, with chicken coated in a rich, sweet and spicy miso sauce. The fragrant smell of the miso wafts through the air along with the smoke, making it irresistible. The type of chicken used varies by restaurant, but the most popular is tender and juicy young chicken.

Toba's unique flavor: Toburger

Toburger is a local burger from Toba City. It was created with the idea of "making Toba's unique ingredients easily available to many people."

The pate is made from local seafood and ingredients such as spiny lobster, oysters, and abalone. It is only sold in Toba City, so it is a B-class gourmet dish that you should definitely try if you come to Toba City. Since the ingredients vary depending on the store, we recommend going on a Toba burger tour. It is made to order, so you can enjoy it fresh.

Ise specialty Akafuku

Akafuku is a rice cake confectionery consisting of smooth bean paste on top of rice cake. Its distinctive appearance is modeled after the murmuring of the clear waters of the Isuzu River that flows through the grounds of Ise Shrine. The three streaks of the smooth bean paste represent the clear water, and the white rice cake represents the pebbles on the riverbed.

The name "Akafuku" comes from the two characters of "Sekishin Keifuku," which means "to have an honest heart like a baby and rejoice in the happiness of oneself and others." It is also very popular as a souvenir, and some people buy it in large quantities.

Location of Mie Prefecture

summary

This time, we introduced B-class gourmet food in Mie Prefecture. In addition to the representative Ise udon, Yokkaichi tonteki, and toburger, there are various other B-class gourmet foods.

If you visit Mie Prefecture, be sure to try these delicious dishes. Enjoy a wonderful trip exploring the charms of Mie Prefecture while savoring the local flavors.

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