Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
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Chicago has a diner secret and it is called Akutagawa. Think chopped burger, onions, green pepper, bean sprouts, and eggs scrambled hot, served with rice and brown gravy. I tracked it down to the restaurant it was invented in, learn how a regular gave it his name, then take everything home to cook my version. In this video, we’ll learn how Japanese American comfort met Chicago back in the 1920s. If you love loco moco, fried rice, and/or late night diner energy, this one is for you.
RECIPE: adamwitt.co/allrecipes/z68a5tgnm8njf6j-hfxcw-gz2p4-b3geg-k3bmn-36ywb-hnn2w-cmjp7-msb9w-jega5-wyfy4-sgmdf-4ggt2-n2ts6-lzssf-ptgwm-3484g-9e98t-wgsf2-ehmg5-sfmhd-ex2kd-xx8xf-7fswe-8tfx2-llff3
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TIMESTAMPS…
(0:00) What is Akutagawa?
(2:25) A word from Factor
(3:38) The Rice
(3:57) The Gravy
(6:06) The Stir Fry
(8:18) Time to build
(9:22) Supertaster Taste Test
(11:16) Let's reflect
(11:42) Support the chan!
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#Breakfast #DinerFood #JapaneseFood #akutagawa #Yokosho #Chicago #Recipe #Food #Cooking
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Use code ADAMWITTFB50 to get 50% OFF plus free shipping on your first Factor box at bit.ly/3HTnV3g (Offer only valid for new Factor customers with code and qualifying auto-renewing subscription purchase.)
👕SUPPORT THE CHAN, COP SOME MERCH!: https://adamwitt.store/
🫶CONTRIBUTE TO THE GROCERY FUND! (Patreon): patreon.com/adamwitt
👾DISCORD: discord.com/invite/aFQ4h4BXg4
📝RECIPES: adamwitt.co/allrecipes
🔗FOLLOW ALONG ON SOCIAL: adamwitt.co/social-links
Chicago has a diner secret and it is called Akutagawa. Think chopped burger, onions, green pepper, bean sprouts, and eggs scrambled hot, served with rice and brown gravy. I tracked it down to the restaurant it was invented in, learn how a regular gave it his name, then take everything home to cook my version. In this video, we’ll learn how Japanese American comfort met Chicago back in the 1920s. If you love loco moco, fried rice, and/or late night diner energy, this one is for you.
RECIPE: adamwitt.co/allrecipes/z68a5tgnm8njf6j-hfxcw-gz2p4-b3geg-k3bmn-36ywb-hnn2w-cmjp7-msb9w-jega5-wyfy4-sgmdf-4ggt2-n2ts6-lzssf-ptgwm-3484g-9e98t-wgsf2-ehmg5-sfmhd-ex2kd-xx8xf-7fswe-8tfx2-llff3
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STUFF I USE…
Made In Chicago (Book): amzn.to/46yLE0X
My Cookware Set: amzn.to/3vaWhbG
My Dutch Oven: amzn.to/48MKuhq
Portable Single-burner Stove: amzn.to/3IytyjV
Butane Torch: amzn.to/48TkQra
Deli Containers: amzn.to/49QO635
Large Mason Jars (32oz, wide mouth): amzn.to/49QO635
Rust-proof Mason Jar Lids: amzn.to/49QWlfy
Butane Canisters: amzn.to/3wLUtpM
Coarse Reinforced Strainer: amzn.to/3PePLHK
Fine Mesh Reinforced Strainer: amzn.to/3TxvkYP
Sheet Trays: amzn.to/3IG3zXL
The BEST Smash Burger Spatula: amzn.to/3UdSHab
Cutting Board Scraper: amzn.to/3Jy64fx
Ice Cream Maker: amzn.to/3wd2vIu
My Induction Burner: amzn.to/4dfhJNE
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TIMESTAMPS…
(0:00) What is Akutagawa?
(2:25) A word from Factor
(3:38) The Rice
(3:57) The Gravy
(6:06) The Stir Fry
(8:18) Time to build
(9:22) Supertaster Taste Test
(11:16) Let's reflect
(11:42) Support the chan!
________________________________________________________
#Breakfast #DinerFood #JapaneseFood #akutagawa #Yokosho #Chicago #Recipe #Food #Cooking
Disclaimer: I earn commission income with qualifying purchases made through Amazon’s Affiliate program and other affiliate links in this description.
