Benefits of Using Otoshibuta
How to Use Otoshibuta (Drop Lid)
You put otoshibuta directly on top of the ingredients. There are different sizes for wooden otoshibuta so find the right size lid for your pot. If you have an adjustable stainless steel otoshibuta, you can change the sizes based on the pot you’re using. Typically, when you use the otoshibuta, you don’t use a regular lid, unless the recipe states otherwise. When the regular lid is required, it’s to prevent the cooking liquid from evaporating. Here are some delicious simmered foods that you can use your otoshibuta for!
Simmered Kabocha Squash Nikujaga (Stewed Meat and Potatoes) Chashu Kakuni (Braised Pork Belly) Chikuzenni / Nishime (Simmered Chicken and Vegetables)
Where to Buy Otoshibuta
How to Make Otoshibuta
When you cook Japanese food, you notice that we use an otoshibuta regularly. It’s an essential tool for making simmered food. But if you don’t cook Japanese food often, consider making an otoshibuta using aluminum foil whenever you need to use it. Read the instructions below on how to make otoshibuta at home. Wish to learn more about Japanese cooking? Sign up for our free newsletter to receive cooking tips & recipe updates! And stay in touch with me on Facebook, Pinterest, YouTube, and Instagram.
