Robatayaki

High school (ages 12+)
Food & Cooking

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/robatayaki

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is the primary ingredients?Emphasis on fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables, typically presented on skewers
2. Why do people use an irori for robatayaki?The irori is a big, flat fireplace that gives plenty of space to grill many foods at once. It also makes the cooking look like a show, so diners can watch the chef work.
3. How do chefs prepare food for robatayaki?Chefs skewer seafood and vegetables so they are easy to flip and cook evenly. They arrange the skewers carefully over the glowing coals so each bite is perfectly grilled.

Robatayaki: A Japanese cooking style and restaurant format featuring food grilled over charcoal on a wide, flat hearth.
Irori: A traditional Japanese sunken fireplace, characterized by its wide, flat shape, used for communal cooking and heating.
Shokunin: A Japanese term referring to a master artisan or craftsman, emphasizing dedication and perfection in their skill.
Skewers: Thin rods, commonly made of bamboo or wood, used to hold and cook food items over heat.