Tender and juicy — melt-in-your-mouth goodness for the whole family

Text & Photos by Chi Binghui

For families<美味的秘密有几个重点，第一个是鸡肉本身不能太干，吃起来也不能太软烂；第二个是半熟的滑蛋和酱汁比例要调配适中，完美搭配下方的米饭；最后是整碗亲子N<不能太湿，才可以让整体的口感加分。秋田地区的亲子N<使用日本三大地鸡之一的“比内地鸡”鸡肉，加上半熟的蛋和香Q米饭一起滑入口，伴随甘甜的酱汁，保证让人还想要再来一碗！

The Akita “Hinai-jidori” chicken is raised similarly to Taiwan’s native chicken, using free-range farming methods — giving it exceptionally springy meat that’s slightly reddish in color. It has earned accolades such as one of Japan’s three great native chickens and three great delicious chickens, and is often recommended by experts on cooking shows. However, because Hinai-jidori has a firmer texture, it can easily dry out or become tough during cooking. Only skilled chefs who carefully control the heat can fully bring out its flavor.

“Mura no Eki TOPUKAI” is a highly recommended local spot in Akita, located near JR Hanawa Line Tsuchi-Fukai Station — just a five-minute walk from the station. A large sign and flags advertising “Hinai-jidori” chicken are prominently displayed at the entrance, making it easy to spot even for those driving.

The chicken for families at Mura no Eki<可说是把比内地鸡利用的淋漓尽致，重点的鸡肉使用比内地鸡的鸡腿肉部位，半熟蛋、酱汁、布丁也都是使用比内地鸡，店家在烹调时将鸡腿肉先烤过，接着淋上让人垂涎三尺的半熟蛋、蛋汁，再和秋田地产的梦幻小町米拌著吃，绝对是难以忘怀的好滋味。