Ishikawa Metta-jiru
Metta-jiru is Ishikawa's hearty miso soup of sweet potato, daikon, carrot, pork and optional tofu or konnyaku. Sweet potato is characteristic, while the boundary with tonjiru and the exact...
At a glance
| Name | Ishikawa Metta-jiru (Metta-jiru) |
|---|---|
| Prefecture | Ishikawa |
| Region | Chubu |
| Type | Hearty miso soup with sweet potato, root vegetables and pork |
What is it?
Metta-jiru is Ishikawa's hearty miso soup of sweet potato, daikon, carrot, pork and optional tofu or konnyaku.
Sweet potato is characteristic, while the boundary with tonjiru and the exact vegetables, dashi and miso remain flexible.
History and local context
Official Ishikawa tourism describes it as a root-vegetable pork soup, and prefectural food-education material lists it among local dishes.
Gorojima Kintoki is a noted local sweet potato, not a mandatory variety for every household pot.
How to enjoy it
Eat hot with rice without over-mashing the sweet potato. Cook pork through, add miso near the end and check pork, soy and fish dashi.
Availability varies by maker, season, and destination.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Where is Ishikawa Metta-jiru from?
It is associated with Ishikawa, in the Chubu region of Japan.
What kind of food is Ishikawa Metta-jiru?
This guide classifies it as hearty miso soup with sweet potato, root vegetables and pork. See the overview for its defining ingredients and texture.
Can I order Ishikawa Metta-jiru online?
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