Awaji Island Hamo-suki Hot Pot
Hamo-suki simmers professionally bone-cut pike conger and large Awaji Island onion pieces in stock made from the fish trimmings and a sweet soy-based warishita. The white fish curls open as...
At a glance
| Name | Awaji Island Hamo-suki Hot Pot (Hamo-suki) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Hyogo |
| Region | Kansai |
| Type | Professionally bone-cut pike conger and Awaji onion in sweet savory stock |
What is it?
Hamo-suki simmers professionally bone-cut pike conger and large Awaji Island onion pieces in stock made from the fish trimmings and a sweet soy-based warishita. The white fish curls open as the onion softens.
Unlike Kyoto-style blanched hamo or tempura, the defining idea is to unite Awaji's coastal fish and field-grown onion in one pot. Tofu, mushrooms and greens vary by restaurant.
History and local context
Hyogo Prefecture links the dish to soft-skinned, firm-fleshed hamo landed around Awaji and Nushima and to fishers cooking large specimens, once unsuitable for formal restaurants, in sukiyaki style.
Hamo contains numerous fine hard bones. Bone cutting is skilled work, so a household should buy fish already prepared by a professional and labeled for cooking.
How to enjoy it
Cook onion first to sweeten the broth, then add a few skin-side-down hamo pieces and eat when the flesh turns opaque and curls rather than overcooking it.
Cook every piece through, separate raw-fish utensils from eating utensils and bring the broth back to a full heat before making noodles or rice at the end.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Awaji Island Hamo-suki Hot Pot from?
It is associated with Hyogo, in the Kansai region of Japan.
What kind of food is Awaji Island Hamo-suki Hot Pot?
This guide classifies it as professionally bone-cut pike conger and awaji onion in sweet savory stock. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
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