Make Hamburg Steak at Japan’s Oldest Cooking School

Make a 140-year-old Japanese hamburg recipe at the oldest cooking school in Japan! Established in 1882, Akahori Cooking School swung open its doors in the heart of Tokyo. Their aim? To teach Japanese home cooking skills and culinary traditions to overseas travelers.

In this experience, you’ll learn how to make a classic Japanese hamburg steak–a beloved dish that you’ll find on menus across the country. From family restaurants and cafes to high-end establishments, this beef-based recipe has stood the test of time. This is a dish that combines the best of Western and Japanese culinary traditions. Forget what you know about traditional hamburgers, because Japanese hamburg steak takes it to a new level–picture a juicy, tender patty made from a blend of ground beef and pork, infused with a medley of savory seasonings. Grilled to perfection, it boasts a delectable caramelized crust that adds a satisfying crunch with every bite. But what truly sets Japanese hamburg steak apart is the luscious sauce that accompanies it. This umami-rich concoction, often a combination of soy sauce, ketchup, and Worcestershire sauce, adds a tantalizing sweetness and tang that takes the flavors to the next level. It's the perfect complement to the succulent meat, elevating the dish to a symphony of taste.

With a professional chef by your side, you can learn how to make this dish with confidence! First, you’ll chop and season onions before heating them up on the stove. Next, season and mix the minced meat in a bowl and divide into 4 pieces. Then, the meat will go into a frying pan to cook and sizzle until done. Once you get the ok from your teacher, it’s time to get saucy! End the experience by garnishing your dish.

The Japanese hamburg steak is an incredibly nostalgic dish and a family favorite due to its accessible ingredients, simple recipe, and hearty nature. Watch, learn, and take this recipe home to share with your loved ones.