🍜 Dumpling Shop Hyoutan Motomachi Store

Established in 1957, this long-standing dumpling specialty shop offers only one item on its menu: pan-fried dumplings. The "Kobe Gyoza," enjoyed with a special miso sauce, is a soul food for the people of Kobe and the signature dish of this shop. The special miso sauce at "Gyoza Shop Hyoutan (ひょうたん) Motomachi" is made with red miso as the base, combined with appropriately sized minced meat, and this delicious recipe has been passed down for over sixty years since the first owner. The pan-fried dumplings, cooked using a secret method passed down through generations, feature a chewy, slightly thick dumpling skin and a filling bursting with juices, making them a perfect match. The recommended way to enjoy them is to first dip them in the special miso sauce, then mix in vinegar and soy sauce for a flavor variation, and finally drizzle with chili oil. You can also add garlic paste for a different taste experience. A serving of pan-fried dumplings is priced affordably, making it a great choice for a snack or side dish with drinks. Pair them with a cold beer for an enjoyable experience.

Kobe Gyoza Specialty Store. The menu features only one dish: pan-fried gyoza. The signature item is a special miso sauce made with red miso and ground meat. The gyoza skin has a chewy texture, and the filling is juicy. The miso sauce can be enhanced with vinegar or soy sauce for a different flavor.