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Cream Stew[edit]

Cream stew is a popular dish in Japanese cuisine that consists of a creamy, white sauce base with various ingredients such as vegetables, meat, and sometimes seafood. It is a comforting and hearty meal, often enjoyed during the colder months.

Ingredients[edit]

The main ingredients of cream stew typically include:

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of cream stew involves several steps:

1. Sautéing the Meat and Vegetables: The meat is first sautéed in butter until browned. Vegetables such as onions, carrots, and potatoes are then added and cooked until they begin to soften.

2. Making the Roux: A roux is made by adding flour to the butter and meat mixture, which is then cooked until it forms a paste.

3. Adding the Liquid: Milk or cream is gradually added to the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, until a smooth sauce is formed.

4. Simmering: The stew is simmered until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Additional seasoning is added to taste.

5. Final Touches: Broccoli or peas are added towards the end of cooking to retain their color and texture.

Variations[edit]

Cream stew can be adapted with different ingredients based on personal preference or regional availability. Some variations include:

Seafood Cream Stew: Incorporating seafood such as shrimp or scallops instead of meat.
Vegetarian Cream Stew: Omitting meat and using a variety of vegetables like mushrooms, corn, and zucchini.
Spicy Cream Stew: Adding spices such as curry powder or chili flakes for a kick.

Cultural Significance[edit]

Cream stew is a dish that reflects the fusion of Western and Japanese culinary traditions. It is believed to have been introduced to Japan during the Meiji period when Western cuisine began to influence Japanese cooking. Today, it is a staple in many Japanese households and is often served with rice or bread.

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-'''Cream Stew''' is a popular [[dish]] in [[Japan]], known for its creamy, white sauce and hearty ingredients. It is a type of [[Yōshoku]], a style of Western-influenced cooking in Japan.
+== Cream Stew ==
-== History ==
+[[File:Cream_Stew_001.jpg|thumb|right|A bowl of cream stew]]
-Cream Stew originated in the post-[[World War II]] era, when Western-style dishes began to gain popularity in Japan. It is a part of Yōshoku cuisine, which is a fusion of Western and Japanese culinary traditions.
+'''Cream stew''' is a popular dish in [[Japanese cuisine]] that consists of a creamy, white sauce base with various ingredients such as [[vegetables]], [[meat]], and sometimes [[seafood]]. It is a comforting and hearty meal, often enjoyed during the colder months.
 == Ingredients ==
-The main ingredients of Cream Stew are [[chicken]], [[carrots]], [[potatoes]], and [[onions]]. The dish is characterized by its creamy white sauce, which is typically made from [[butter]], [[flour]], and [[milk]]. Some variations may also include [[mushrooms]], [[green peas]], and other vegetables.
+The main ingredients of cream stew typically include:
+* [[Chicken]] or [[pork]]
+* [[Potatoes]]
+* [[Carrots]]
+* [[Onions]]
+* [[Broccoli]] or [[peas]]
+* [[Milk]] or [[cream]]
+* [[Butter]]
+* [[Flour]]
+* [[Salt]] and [[pepper]]
 == Preparation ==
-To prepare Cream Stew, the chicken and vegetables are first sautéed in butter. Flour is then added to create a [[roux]], which is cooked until it turns a golden brown color. Milk is gradually added to the roux, while stirring continuously, to create a thick, creamy sauce. The chicken and vegetables are then simmered in the sauce until they are tender.
-== Serving ==
+The preparation of cream stew involves several steps:
-Cream Stew is typically served hot, often with a side of [[rice]] or [[bread]]. It is a popular dish in the colder months, and is often found on the menus of family restaurants and school cafeterias in Japan.
+. '''Sautéing the Meat and Vegetables''': The meat is first sautéed in butter until browned. Vegetables such as onions, carrots, and potatoes are then added and cooked until they begin to soften.
+. '''Making the Roux''': A roux is made by adding flour to the butter and meat mixture, which is then cooked until it forms a paste.
+. '''Adding the Liquid''': Milk or cream is gradually added to the roux, stirring constantly to prevent lumps, until a smooth sauce is formed.
+. '''Simmering''': The stew is simmered until the meat is cooked through and the vegetables are tender. Additional seasoning is added to taste.
+. '''Final Touches''': Broccoli or peas are added towards the end of cooking to retain their color and texture.
 == Variations ==
-There are many variations of Cream Stew, with different regions in Japan having their own unique versions. Some variations may include seafood, such as [[shrimp]] or [[scallops]], instead of chicken. Others may use different types of vegetables, or add additional ingredients such as cheese or herbs.
-== See also ==
+Cream stew can be adapted with different ingredients based on personal preference or regional availability. Some variations include:
-* [[Yōshoku]]
+* '''Seafood Cream Stew''': Incorporating seafood such as [[shrimp]] or [[scallops]] instead of meat.
+* '''Vegetarian Cream Stew''': Omitting meat and using a variety of vegetables like [[mushrooms]], [[corn]], and [[zucchini]].
+* '''Spicy Cream Stew''': Adding spices such as [[curry powder]] or [[chili flakes]] for a kick.
+== Cultural Significance ==
+Cream stew is a dish that reflects the fusion of Western and Japanese culinary traditions. It is believed to have been introduced to Japan during the [[Meiji period]] when Western cuisine began to influence Japanese cooking. Today, it is a staple in many Japanese households and is often served with [[rice]] or [[bread]].
+== Related Pages ==
 * [[Japanese cuisine]]
 * [[Stew]]
+* [[Roux]]
+* [[Meiji period]]
 [[Category:Japanese cuisine]]
 [[Category:Stews]]
-[[Category:Yōshoku]]
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-{{food-stub}}