東風吹かば

Kochi Fukaba

もつ鍋 (もつなべ / Motsunabe)

Offal hot pot

Category
Hot pot
Main Ingredient
Meat

Motsunabe is a local dish from Fukuoka, a hot pot of beef or pork offal with vegetables. It is hearty and ends with noodles or rice porridge.

When / How to Eat

Often shared at izakaya or hot pot restaurants, commonly enjoyed with friends in winter.

Cultural Background

It originated in Fukuoka after WWII using inexpensive offal and has since spread nationwide as a popular hot pot.

Cautions

Freshness of offal is essential, so it should be eaten at trusted restaurants.