奈良県·郷土料理
Asuka Nabe (Asuka Village)
Milk in a hot pot—this somewhat unexpected combination is the Asuka Nabe passed down in Asuka Village. Its roots trace back to the Asuka period. It is said that envoys from Tang Dynasty China introduced dairy products, leading to the consumption of milk within the imperial court. Eventually, monks began simmering chicken meat in milk, which became the prototype for Asuka Nabe. The current form of the dish is said to have been developed as a local specialty during the Showa era. Dip your chicken and vegetables into the mellow soup made of chicken broth and milk. Even those who are not fond of milk will find its gentle flavor easy to enjoy. In the cold season, it warms you to the very core. Please come and savor this warm bowl that carries over a thousand years of history.
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