Sasebo's specialty "Lemon Steak"

Origin of lemon steak

After the war, the city of Sasebo was full of US troops stationed there.

Local eateries also wanted to serve meat dishes that they were pleased with.

However, at that time, it was barely possible to obtain meat with high-quality ingredients ...

Still, the owner of a local Western-style restaurant who wanted to please guests

By tapping and stretching a little meat, the volume is increased and the meat is tender.

It is said that he came up with the idea of making it delicious.

I used soy sauce for the sauce so that it tastes like lemon and the base is loved by Japanese people.

As a result, the shop is very prosperous with many Americans and locals who heard rumors.

Eventually, [lemon steak] became a specialty of Sasebo.

At first, the steak was born from a bittersweet plan, but now there are stores in Sasebo City.

We are particular about meat and compete for its taste with our own lemon sauce.

I was able to make it with a gentle feeling that I want to please guests
It is a heartwarming local dish.

Please appreciate it.

There are various theories.