Because of the attention to detail and care that animators put into anime food, even the most apathetic nitpicker can become an anime foodie after watching a few episodes. A bowl of ramen or a rice ball can be seen being consumed by the main character, or yandere, in nearly every anime series or film. What should an anime fan (or non-fan) try first, with so many cuisines to select from? Become a true anime foodie by trying these 14 delectable anime meals.
KATSUDON (PORK CUTLET BOWL)
On top of bringing us a nontraditional gay show, Yuri!!! on Ice also featured some delectable confections. This delectable dish is served to Yuuri Katsuki as a prize for winning. He, on the other hand, consistently flouts this guideline. Wouldn’t you want that as well? Japanese deep-fried pork cutlet served with eggs, rice, and katsudon sauce is a culinary delight. It’s just so good that words can’t express it.
TAIYAKI:
An adorable young girl named “taiyaki” appears in nearly every romance and comedy anime series. That being said, just because it has the shape and appearance of fried fish doesn’t imply it is. It is common in Japan to serve sweet fillings like chocolate or red bean paste within fish-shaped pancakes known as taiyaki.
Taiwanese taiyaki is said to have gotten its shape from the pricey sea bream, although no one knows for sure where it came from. In other words, customers would think they were eating something special if they saw this delectable meal in the form of a sea bream.
ONIGIRI:
Onigiri, which is Japanese for “rice ball,” is a quick snack made from rice and sometimes wrapped in seaweed. Onigiri can be made in a variety of ways, including with umeboshi (pickled plums), fish, jelly, or meat as a filling.
Almost every anime series has some variation of this simple snack. When it first appeared in Pokémon, onigiri sparked a lot of debate. The snack was renamed to’sandwiches’ in the dub edit for viewers outside of Japan. Nevertheless, the Pokémon Company altered the name to ‘rice balls’ after receiving some negative feedback from fans.
RAMEN:
The popularity of ramen has grown exponentially in recent years. The popular long-running animation Naruto may be the reason why ramen got so popular with anime fans outside of Japan. As well as being food, ramen was considered as a symbol of good times with friends, family, and overall well-being. Noodles, broth, and various toppings go into making a bowl of ramen noodle soup. Ramen is a must-try for any serious anime foodie!
CURRY:
Although curry is not a traditional Japanese meal, it is so widely consumed that it may be called one. The Japanese variant has a thicker consistency and a sweeter flavor than the Indian equivalent. While curry is traditionally eaten with rice, many people, including anime characters like Sebastian (from Black Butler), create his own warped versions of this Indian cuisine, such his CHOCOLATE curry buns.
POCKY:
Pocky is a chocolate-covered biscuit stick popular in Japan. Strawberries, cookies and cream, melon, matcha green tea and many more may be found in this product. This is why Pocky is a great snack to have on hand at all times and in all places for sharing. Yomi and Kagura from Ga-Rei Zero, for example, exchange a box of Pocky as a sign of their friendship on a regular basis. However, if you’re a true anime foodie, you won’t give anyone else your Pocky.
RAMUNE:
You’ll need 007 anime foodie skills to consume Ramune, one of those soft beverages. To keep the top of the bottle in place, the carbonation in the glass exerts pressure on the marble interior of the bottle, which acts as a seal. Because of this, to open the bottle, you must push the marble inward; otherwise, you’ll get splattered like RahXephon did on his first effort to try ramune in Ayato.
OMURICE:
Breaking eggs is a must while making an omelet. One of the most popular anime dishes has been influenced by Western cuisine. A typical Omurice dish includes an omelet prepared from deep-fried rice, topped with ketchup, and it’s a great way to end a long day. Like in The Garden of Words, this dish is ideal for sharing with your sweetheart.
MISO SOUP:
Miso soup, a traditional Japanese comfort food, is a must-try for any foodie visiting Japan. With a little help, you can make this delicious hot bowl of comfort food at home. The base of the soup is dashi (a Japanese soup stock) in which you dissolve miso (fermented bean paste). As a result, it’s understandable why corporations like Marukome would produce a series of touching anime advertisements demonstrating the power of food to unite people.
TAKOYAKI:
If you’re an anime foodie who enjoys shellfish, try some takoyaki. Making this Japanese delicacy in the shape of a ball is easy when you use octopus (tako) mince or dice, deep-fried flour batter, pickled ginger, and green onions as fillings. Sauce, shredded veggies, and shaved dry bonito fish are sprinkled on top of this delectable dish.
Korosensei cooks takoyaki with the octopus that Karma murdered in the Assassination Classroom (as a powerplay move). To test Karma’s tolerance for heat, he offers him one of his own. Anybody who’s eaten this octopus dish and gotten burned would appreciate the fiery remembrance.
TAMAGOYAKI:
Anime foodies must have a makiyakinabe (rectangular frying pan), which is a must-have kitchen appliance. Makiyakinabe is the tool that’s used to make those omelets that you often see at sushi bars and restaurants. Several layers of scrambled eggs rolled in a makiyakinabe are required to achieve the ultimate Japanese tamagoyaki. Try making it yourself and watching anime at the same time by checking out Blood-C.
PARFAIT:
The most important meal of the day may be breakfast, yet the course we most eagerly await is dessert. However, despite the fact that parfaits are not a traditional Japanese dessert, in Japanese cuisine they are the ultimate sweet treat. A parfait is a visual delight as well as a tasty one because it contains everything delicious your taste senses could ever desire. To satisfy your sweet taste, the parfait glass is the ideal way to enjoy the right combination of ice cream and sweets with fruits and crunchy toppings like Kyouko from Working!!.
HAMBURGERS
In spite of its reputation as an American food icon, the hamburger is enjoyed by people around the world – even in your favorite anime. One Piece, Cowboy Bebop, Dragon Ball GT, and Ranma 1/2, to name a few, all feature burgers. However, one intriguing thing to keep in mind while ordering burgers in anime is that they don’t always go for the standard ground beef patties. In addition to hamburgers, characters eat katsu burgers, pork burgers, and other items from the fast food menu.
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