Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Reiko’s Shoyu Yakisoba
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Reiko’s Shoyu Yakisoba
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
Japanese Izakaya Experience
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Perfect for: Birthday, Dinner Party

Japanese Izakaya Experience

Inspired by Japan’s buzzing Izakaya bars, this flavour-packed menu is your chance to cook and enjoy a full Japanese feast at home – relaxed, shareable and seriously satisfying.

Experience includes everything you need to cook:

  • Beef Tataki (Seared Beef with Sesame Sauce)
  • Chicken Karaage (Fried Chicken)
  • Ebi Furai (Crispy Panko King Prawns)
  • Reiko's Shoyu Yakisoba (Noodles)
  • Pickled Radish & Cucumber Salad

Generous portions - perfect for sharing!

British grass-fed beef & free-range chicken sourced from an award-winning family butcher in Wiltshire.

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Your Recipe Box Includes

  • Premium specialist ingredients
  • Detailed recipe cards
  • Cooking guide
  • Cuisine playlist
  • Cultural elements
  • Eco packaging
Allergen Information

Please note that our boxes and ingredients are packed in a facility that handles all allergens. Specific allergens for each menu are listed under each recipe.

Prep time: 90 mins
Ingredients from your kitchen:
Salt Sugar Black pepper Cooking oil
Heat level:
None
Effort level:
Involved

Heritage of the Dish

Reiko Hashimoto

Teacher, Writer and Chef

Listen to Chef Reiko describe this menu!

00:00 / 00:00

In Japan, Izakaya is more than just a place to eat and drink. It's a big part of everyday life, kind of like the Japanese version of British pub culture. After a long day, whether you've been working, studying or just out and about, people head to cosy bustling spots to relax, catch up and enjoy good food and drinks with friends or colleagues or family. The word Izakaya pretty much says it all, a place to settle in, have a drink and enjoy the evening.

An Izakaya is a cornerstone of Japanese food culture - a relaxed, informal spot where people gather after work to unwind, eat, drink, and connect. Not quite a bar, not quite a restaurant, it sits somewhere in between, offering a lively, unpretentious atmosphere rooted in the rhythm of everyday life. Izakayas are all about sharing and togetherness: friends, families, and colleagues enjoy small plates like edamame, tsukemono (pickles), yakitori, karaage, tempura, and ebi furai (crispy prawns), often ending with a comforting rice or noodle dish. The food is paired with cold beer, sake or shochu, and the setting is filled with chatter, laughter, and raised glasses. More than just a place to eat, an Izakaya is a celebration of flavour, hospitality and community.

Hero Ingredients

Aonori Seaweed Flakes

Finely dried green seaweed flakes with a fresh, slightly briny ocean flavour and vibrant green colour. A classic Japanese finishing touch, aonori is sprinkled over dishes like okonomiyaki, takoyaki and yakisoba to add gentle umami depth, aroma and that unmistakable street-food look. A simple garnish that instantly lifts flavour and brings authentic Japanese cooking to life.

Beef Fillet Steak

A premium cut prized for its exceptional tenderness and subtle flavour. Sourced from an award- winning family butcher in Wiltshire, the fillet forms the centrepiece of the Wellington, delivering a melt-in-the-mouth texture and restaurant-quality finish.

Raw King Prawns

Sourced from a family-run farm on the Devon coast, these raw king prawns are prized for their sweet flavour and succulent texture. Carefully selected for quality and freshness, they bring a taste of the sea to every dish.

Wakame Seaweed

Wakame seaweed is a classic in Japanese home cooking, loved for its soft texture and naturally savoury umami flavour. It brings a light, ocean-fresh note that balances rich, comforting dishes beautifully. In this menu, it adds an authentic coastal depth that makes every bite feel uniquely Japanese.

Recipe details

Beef Tataki is a dish made using a traditional Japanese method of lightly searing high-quality beef fillet, which is then marinated in a soy and mirin dressing. Once rested and infused with flavour, the beef is thinly sliced, served over marinated onions, and finished with a sesame sauce and crispy shallots.

Ingredients
  • Beef fillet
  • Cooking oil*
  • Fried shallot flakes
  • Mirin
  • Onion
  • Pepper*
  • Rice vinegar
  • Salt*
  • Soy sauce
  • Sugar*
  • Tahini

*From your kitchen

Equipment required

A knife, chopping board, 3 bowls, a frying pan, kitchen foil and a spoon

Beef Tataki
Allergens
Contains Gluten, Sesame, Soya
Please note that our boxes and ingredients are packed in a facility that handles all allergens
Macros Per Person
NUTRITION
PER PERSON
Protein (g)
36
Energy (kcal)
505
Fat (g)
29
Carbohydrate (g)
21
Based on 2 person recipe and uncooked raw ingredients provided.

Japanese fried chicken, also known as chicken karaage, is a popular Japanese dish. The chicken is marinated in a flavourful mix infused with soy sauce, ginger and garlic, before being deep-fried twice. The double frying creates a beautifully crispy exterior while keeping the inside juicy and tender. This one’s a true comfort food favourite.

Ingredients
  • Chicken thigh
  • Cooking oil*
  • Cornflour
  • Garlic cloves
  • Ginger
  • Little gem lettuce
  • Mirin
  • Plain flour
  • Sesame seeds
  • Soy sauce
  • Sugar*
  • White pepper

*From your kitchen

Equipment required

A knife, chopping board, a spoon, 2 bowls, a deep wide pan or wok, slotted spoon, kitchen paper

Chicken Karaage
Allergens
Contains Gluten, Sesame, Soya
Please note that our boxes and ingredients are packed in a facility that handles all allergens
Macros Per Person
NUTRITION
PER PERSON
Protein (g)
40
Energy (kcal)
1459
Fat (g)
109
Carbohydrate (g)
74
Based on 2 person recipe and uncooked raw ingredients provided.

Ebi Furai is a classic Japanese dish of juicy king prawns coated in crunchy panko breadcrumbs and deep-fried to perfection. Served with a tangy dipping sauce, this dish is a delicious balance of texture and flavour.

Ingredients
  • Black sesame seeds
  • Cooking oil*
  • Egg(s)*
  • Japanese mayonnaise
  • King prawns
  • Lemon
  • Panko breadcrumbs
  • Plain flour
  • Salt*
  • Sesame seeds
  • Shichimi
  • Soy sauce
  • White pepper

*From your kitchen

Equipment required

A knife, chopping board, small serving bowl, 3 bowls, deep wide pan or wok, a slotted spoon & kitchen paper.

Ebi Furai
Allergens
Contains Crustaceans, Eggs, Gluten, Mustard, Sesame, Soya
Please note that our boxes and ingredients are packed in a facility that handles all allergens
Macros Per Person
NUTRITION
PER PERSON
Protein (g)
31
Energy (kcal)
1311
Fat (g)
103
Carbohydrate (g)
62
Based on 2 person recipe and uncooked raw ingredients provided.

A vibrant Japanese stir-fry of egg noodles and crisp veg in a sweet-savoury Yakisoba sauce. Finished with aonori, bonito flakes and pickled ginger for a punch of umami.

Ingredients
  • Aonori seaweed flakes
  • Bonito flakes
  • Carrot
  • Cooking oil*
  • Dried egg noodles
  • Garlic cloves
  • Green pepper
  • Hispi cabbage
  • Mirin
  • Onion
  • Oyster sauce
  • Salt*
  • Sesame oil
  • Smoked tofu
  • Soy sauce
  • Sugar*
  • White pepper

*From your kitchen

Equipment required

A spoon, bowl, knife, chopping board, colander & large frying pan or wok.

Reiko’s Shoyu Yakisoba
Allergens
Contains Fish, Gluten, Sesame, Soya, Eggs, Molluscs
Please note that our boxes and ingredients are packed in a facility that handles all allergens
Macros Per Person
NUTRITION
PER PERSON
Protein (g)
38
Energy (kcal)
896
Fat (g)
34
Carbohydrate (g)
102
Based on 2 person recipe and uncooked raw ingredients provided.

A light and colourful pickle with crunchy vegetables, kombu dashi powder and wakame seaweed. The perfect accompaniment to a rich curry.

Ingredients
  • Cucumber
  • Fresh ginger
  • Kombu dashi powder
  • Mirin
  • Radish
  • Rice vinegar
  • Salt*
  • Sugar*
  • Wakame seaweed
  • Water*

*From your kitchen

Equipment required

Knife, chopping board, bowl.

Pickled Radish & Cucumber
Allergens
Contains Sulphites
Please note that our boxes and ingredients are packed in a facility that handles all allergens
Macros Per Person
NUTRITION
PER PERSON
Protein (g)
3.2
Energy (kcal)
78
Fat (g)
1.4
Carbohydrate (g)
11
Based on 2 person recipe and uncooked raw ingredients provided.

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Nidhi and Sahil,
Founders

“We created Cookaway to transport you around the world through food. It's the closest thing to experiencing a country's culture and cuisine without leaving home. We've done all the hard work so you can cook with confidence, discover new flavours, and create unforgettable moments around the table. That's our Cookaway promise.”

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