Tasty mirin Recipes to Cook Tonight

Try something new with mirin — easy recipes with ingredients you already have at home.

Recipes with mirin

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Japanese Ginger Pork (Shogayaki)

Shogayaki is a beloved Japanese dish featuring thin slices of pork sautéed in a fragrant ginger-infused sauce. The pork is typically marinated briefly in a mixture of soy sauce, mirin, sake, and freshly grated ginger, then quickly stir-fried until tender. This savory-sweet combination delivers a comforting flavor profile that's both robust and refreshing. Often served with steamed rice and shredded cabbage, Shōgayaki is a staple in Japanese home cooking, appreciated for its simplicity and satisfying taste.

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Miso Salmon Bake

Crispy salmon on the outside with sweet and savoury miso glaze, and the inside is moist and soft, making this a delicate side dish

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Chicken with Korean spices

This Korean-style chicken features chicken pieces that are deep-fried until golden brown, then coated in a signature Korean sauce—a combination of soy sauce, mirin, garlic, sesame oil, corn syrup, sugar, and dried chili flakes—that imparts a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy flavor. The texture is tantalizing: the chicken is crispy on the outside, but the sauce layer remains slippery and rich. The aromas of garlic and sesame oil blend together beautifully, while a sprinkling of fresh scallions adds freshness and a pop of color. This dish is the perfect blend of bold Korean flavors and the familiarity of fried chicken—perfect as a special snack or a fun main course.

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Nasu Dengaku

Grilled aubergine halves are scored, pan-fried in olive oil until tender, then brushed with a smooth paste of miso, egg yolk, mirin, cooking wine (sake) and sugar, baked at 220 °C for about 10 minutes until caramelized, and finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds.

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LA Galbi

Korean style short ribs that is sweet and super tender

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Spicy Beef And Cabbage Pot

This is an easy yet flavourful stew made with a special sauce from unexpected condiments.

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Japanese Garlic Onion Beef Bowl

This is an aromatic and flavourful rice bowl with a homemade sauce that is definitely worth a try!

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Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken is a flavorful dish made with pan-fried chicken thighs coated in a glossy, homemade sauce that's both savory and slightly sweet. The chicken is crisp on the outside and tender inside, while the sauce—made with soy, mirin, sake, and aromatics—adds depth and umami. It's typically served with rice or a fresh salad, making it a well-balanced and satisfying meal.

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Sweet and Sour Eggplant

Savor the sensation of the eggplant turning golden-soft upon first frying—slightly crispy on the outside, but soon falling into a tempting softness. As the sweet and sour sauce coats each piece, the aromas of vinegar and sugar combine warmly, creating a harmony of flavors that awaken the palate. Each bite presents a delicious contrast: the tenderness of the eggplant bursting on the tongue, combined with the subtle sweetness and freshness of the sauce. The fragrance of the scallions lingers, adding a fresh touch that makes this dish lively and inviting. Sweet and Sour Eggplant is the perfect star on the dinner table—elegant in its simplicity, offering a sophisticated and memorable flavor.