Aichi Dote-ni

At a glance

NameAichi Dote-ni (Dote-ni)
PrefectureAichi
RegionChubu
TypeBeef tendon or pork offal simmered in soybean miso

What is it?

Dote-ni slowly simmers beef tendon, pork intestines or both with konnyaku and aromatics in a thick sauce of dark soybean miso, sugar and sake.

History and local context

Common at Nagoya izakaya, food stalls and diners, the dish demonstrates how Aichi's mame miso gives inexpensive, strongly flavored cuts depth and keeping quality.

How to enjoy it

Eat it hot with scallion and shichimi beside sake or rice, cooking tendon and offal until tender and purchasing properly cleaned ingredients from a reliable source.

Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.

Frequently asked questions

Where is Aichi Dote-ni from?

It is associated with Aichi, in the Chubu region of Japan.

What kind of food is Aichi Dote-ni?

This guide classifies it as beef tendon or pork offal simmered in soybean miso. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.

Can I order Aichi Dote-ni online?

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