Ashibetsu Gatatan
At a glance
| Name | Ashibetsu Gatatan (Gatatan) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hokkaido |
| Region | Hokkaido & Tohoku |
| Type | Thick salted soup packed with dumplings, vegetables and egg |
What is it?
Gatatan is a lightly salted, starch-thickened soup crowded with small dumplings, bamboo shoots, mushrooms, pork, konnyaku, fish cake, vegetables and ribbons of egg.
History and local context
A Chinese restaurateur repatriated from former Manchuria is credited with serving it in Ashibetsu after World War II; the former mining city later promoted gatatan and gatatan ramen as local specialties.
How to enjoy it
Eat the soup while very hot, lifting a different combination of ingredients with each spoonful; restaurants also serve the adaptable broth with ramen or fried rice.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ashibetsu Gatatan from?
It is associated with Hokkaido, in the Hokkaido & Tohoku region of Japan.
What kind of food is Ashibetsu Gatatan?
This guide classifies it as thick salted soup packed with dumplings, vegetables and egg. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Ashibetsu Gatatan online?
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