Sukiyaki

Instructions

1. 1
   Combine soy sauce, mirin, sugar, beef broth, and garlic in a bowl to make the warishita (sauce base).
2. 2
   Arrange all vegetables, tofu, noodles, and beef on separate platters, keeping everything organized and within reach.
3. 3
   Heat a sukiyaki pot or shallow cast-iron skillet over a tabletop burner. Pour in half the warishita sauce.
4. 4
   Once the broth is simmering, begin adding ingredients in stages: start with beef, then add harder vegetables like cabbage and mushrooms.
5. 5
   As items cook, guests can remove cooked pieces, dip them in beaten raw egg, and eat. Continue adding ingredients and sauce as needed.
6. 6
   Add remaining vegetables and noodles toward the end, maintaining a gentle simmer throughout the meal.