Gyoza as a topping for curry. Miyoshino, a restaurant specializing in gyoza and curry, was established in 1967 and has created a food culture that is commonplace for Sapporo citizens. Gyoza, in particular, is a familiar taste to Sapporo residents, who can eat in, take out, or purchase chilled products. However, gyoza and curry are not the only items on the regular menu! Miyoshiko's lineup is rich in individuality, with some offerings differing from store to store (mainly at roadside stores). In this issue, we introduce six local writers' recommendations from a variety of menus, including limited menus.

Gyoza Curry" 660 yen

Miyoshi's most popular menu item is the "Gyoza Curry. There are two types of curry roux to choose from: sweet and dry. The sweet roux is rich and flavorful, with the sweetness of the ingredients such as vegetables and chicken gradually oozing out. The dry roux has a sharp and stimulating taste. The mild flavor is brought out by adding milk. The presence of the dumplings in the curry flavor, and the way they work together as one, is a taste that can only be found at Miyoshino's.

Miyoshino's set" 780 yen

If you want to enjoy gyoza on its own, we recommend the "Miyoshino's Set". The gyoza is served on a separate plate, so half of the gyoza is served with sauce and the other half is served "on the side. The other half can be enjoyed "on the curry.

Soy Sauce Ramen" 680 yen *Only available at certain restaurants

The homemade medium-thin, thin, frizzy noodles are chewy and have an exquisite firmness. The umami-rich, light broth is well mixed with the noodles, making you want to drink it all down to the last drop. The price of ramen noodles has been on the rise in recent years, but it is nice to know that two pieces of chashu pork are included in the price! Seasonings to add richness and shrimp-flavored powder are also included, so you can enjoy changing the flavor.

In addition, salt ramen and curry ramen are also available!

Shumai set meal with pork miso soup: 980 yen *Only available at certain restaurants

Shumai, a relative of gyoza (?), is also a specialty. Shumai, a relative (?) of gyoza, is also a specialty. Flour, onions, scallops, and pork are all 100% Hokkaido-produced. The filling is dense and rich in flavor. You will want to eat it with freshly cooked rice. By the way, the set meal menu comes with oshinko (pickles), and you can have as many as you like.

Shumai (steamed pork dumplings) that would also go well with beer. Chilled products are also available at supermarkets.

Bean-curd soup seasoned with red pepper "mapo doufu" 520 yen (single item) *Offered at some stores for a limited time only.

Along with gyoza (dumplings), "mapo doufu" is one of the most popular Chinese dishes. It is a meaty dish with the umami of minced meat condensed into it. The spiciness of the hot chili peppers is well balanced with the stimulation of the pepper, and its mellow aroma makes you want to pair it with beer. The tofu is "chewy" and "smooth" to the touch, and contains plenty of umami from the bean paste. The set meal set is priced at 1,180 yen.

Pork miso soup" 300 yen (single item) *Only at some stores

Miyoshino's pork miso soup contains a whole boiled egg (even Hokkaido-area residents are surprised at this). The pork belly, onion, carrot, konnyaku, and other ingredients are cut into large pieces, making this a very filling bowl. What makes this dish so satisfying is the power of the boiled egg. The key is to eat the yolk with the juice in it.

Curry with pork cutlet" 830 yen *Only at some restaurants

A simple curry with nothing on it and gyoza curry are common to all restaurants, but some restaurants offer a variety of toppings. The lineup includes long sausages, ham cutlets, fried shrimp, fried hockey sticks, and more. The Katsu Curry, coupled with its price, is cosy!

Souvenir Gyoza" 12 pieces, 680 yen

Many Sapporo citizens take out Miyoshino's gyoza and eat them at home. In fact, there are some who mainly take out gyoza. It is not unusual to see people who come to Sapporo on a business trip to take out gyoza and enjoy them with a can of beer in their hotel room. ......

Miyoshi's Bento" 790 yen

The bean paste is made of vegetables, eggs, and plenty of pork, seasoned with secret spices. It is wrapped in a chewy thin crust, which maintains its plump texture even when cold or reheated. Of course, freshly baked gyoza is the best, but the charm of Miyoshino's gyoza is that it is delicious any time of the year. Take-out is available at all Miyoshino's restaurants.

All prices include tax.