Nikujaga is a classic Japanese dish featuring simmered meat and potatoes in a sweet and savory broth. Adding European Corinthian black raisins can offer a unique twist to this traditional recipe. Here's how you can make Nikujaga with European Corinthian black raisins:

Ingredients:

• 300g thinly sliced beef (or any meat of your choice)
• 2 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 onion, thinly sliced
• 2 carrots, peeled and cut into chunks
• 1 cup green beans, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup European Corinthian black raisins
• 4 cups dashi stock (or substitute with beef or vegetable broth)
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup mirin (Japanese sweet rice wine)
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons sake (Japanese rice wine)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the thinly sliced beef and cook until browned.
2. Add the sliced onions to the pot and cook until they become translucent.
3. Pour in the dashi stock (or broth) and add the soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and sake. Stir to combine.
4. Add the potatoes and carrots to the pot. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
5. Add the European Corinthian black raisins to the pot and continue to simmer for another 5 minutes.
6. Add the green beans to the pot and simmer for an additional 5 minutes, or until all the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
7. Taste the broth and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more soy sauce, mirin, or sugar to taste.
8. Once the vegetables are cooked through and the flavors have developed, remove the pot from the heat.
9. Serve the Nikujaga hot, garnished with chopped green onions or toasted sesame seeds if desired.
10. Enjoy your Nikujaga with European Corinthian black raisins alongside steamed rice for a comforting and satisfying meal.

The addition of European Corinthian black raisins adds a subtle sweetness and depth of flavor to the Nikujaga, complementing the savory broth and tender meat and vegetables. It's a delicious twist on a classic Japanese comfort food dish!