Salt-baked seabream (Shiogama-yaki)

This time, I made shiogama-yaki (salt-baked seabream). It is said that this dish originated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi when he wanted to gift freshly caught seabream to his mother, so he wrapped it in salt to keep the fish moist and flavorful. By wrapping the fish with salt, it steams the fish evenly and keeps it very juicy. This type of dish is often served at a ceremonial events in Japan. The cooking process is actually pretty simple, so if you get a chance, please give it a try!
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【Ingredients】
1 lemon
2-3 sticks of rosemary (or any herbs you like. I also used sage, thyme, basil)
1 whole white fish (I used seabream with the scales still attached. If your fish is already de-scaled, use more kelp to cover the fish so the salt doesn’t directly touch it.)
1 sheet of kelp
1kg coarse salt (mine was $5 for 5kg/1$ for 1kg)
3 egg whites
1tbs flour
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[@JunsKitchen]

This time, I made shiogama-yaki (salt-baked seabream). It is said that this dish originated with Toyotomi Hideyoshi when he wanted to gift freshly caught seabream to his mother, so he wrapped it in salt to keep the fish moist and flavorful. By wrapping the fish with salt, it steams the fish evenly and keeps it very juicy. This type of dish is often served at a ceremonial events in Japan. The cooking process is actually pretty simple, so if you get a chance, please give it a try! ご視聴、ありがとうございます。今回は鯛の塩釜焼きです。日本における塩釜焼きは、豊臣秀吉が九州の玄界灘で獲れた鯛を塩で包み、母に贈ったのが始まりと言われているそうです。九州に住んでいるのに、最近になって知りました。塩で包み、水分を外へ逃さず蒸し焼きにする事ができので、身がとてもジューシーに仕上がります。祝いの席などでしかあまり見かけませんが、調理は意外とシンプルです。塩も安い粗塩（1kgで100円弱）を使いましたが、とても美味しくできました。ウロコがない魚を使う場合は、昆布を多めに使い、塩に触れる部分を減らしてください　(それでも、長時間放置すると塩辛くなるのではやり出来立てが1番美味しいです)。

[@lynh.1214]

I only ever tried salt baking chiken, it turned out delicious. Going to try with local fish as well. I love how as soon as the fish appeared Poki went "yup, it's time to move closer to the food." As for the egg cracking, I always crack them on a smooth surface, on their side. Less broken pieces in the egg. Poki took that piece of fish with fingers instead of finger limes. 😅

[@AlliterationNation]

Nagi's review sold me.

[@lrdenn73]

I remember watching Julia Child make fish this way. So cool!!

[@zacharyaziz1034]

So glad you guys are doing ok I hope all your cats have been healthy, you guys are the best KZbin cooks

[@Sosoosooo]

Oh wow!! I love it when people from very different places come up with the same recipe!!

[@EvilMastermindOfDoom]

I'm always amazed how calmly the cats watch you cook. Even Poki lets you keep the fresh fish in front of him! Meanwhile my little guy won't even let me eat a sandwich in peace.

[@Marco_Onyxheart]

I'm especially amazed at Poki. I'd have thought he'd jump at that fish, but he was such a good boy.

[@Broockle]

The days when Pokki got trapped in the trash on a regular basis tho 🤣 Smh when Jun cooks Pokki was always pretty restrained tho.

[@melskmelsk]

They know they'll get to scent sample during the process and that they'll get a taste at the end (if appropriate). They know they're welcome to observe from those chairs. Having routines like this helps a lot. They know they don't need to press Jun to share the experience with them. I do the same with my cat. He used to be a lot more anxious and demanding but now that he knows I'll give him a taste at the end (again if appropriate for cats) he can chill 😺

[@KnubbelKekz]

Poki has come such a long way. It seems he finally figured out that he doesn't need to fight for his food anymore.

[@MK-Hogan]

They’re well trained!

[@misatobestgurl]

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[@foxstarnation6441]

His other channel uploads more than this one.. Jun Yoshizuki

[@137cloud]

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[@shrimpwater]

HE'S BACK!!!!!!!!

[@arex9000]

They only upload when they need income for the house 😂

[@ChrisG404]

TFW a comment gets nearly as many likes as the video itself, lol.

[@ran8167]

Something about Jun videos is so comfy + cat cuteness and me squealing at how adorable Haku was in the garden

[@zlozlozlo]

Jun is the main character in a slice of life anime.

[@mityahubenkeshet]

@@zlozlozlo It also is a very common Japanese family name.

[@CSketch7023]

this is my favorite cooking channel on youtube, as far as i've seen nothing but wholesome quality content.

[@maxiemuuum]

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[@nisrina3518]

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[@Jazillia007]

There was a time Poki wouldn't have been able to sit just like that while Jun was cooking. And see how far he has come. So cute!🥰

[@ivyhays3478]

I still remember how they first got poki 😂. That was so long ago. I moved 5 times since then. Never think that 1 day my job going to move me closer to them.

[@AnyLynn]

nothing better than Haku, Nagi and Poki watching Jun cook, hope someday Pichi feels confortable enough to join :3

[@adelalovesmadara4062]

Yeah😊

[@matasa7463]

With the way Pichi has been developing, I believe she'll be joining soon. As long as Poki is around, she has all the emotional support she needs!

[@strawb_short_cake]

The best part is, if you know how cats usually display affection, you can really tell how safe and cherished they feel from being included like that! Cats absolutely love to be a part of what their human is doing, so letting them watch so closely and allowing them to sniff/inspect everything is a great way to bond with them

[@rockercaterrorencountered4924]

you can tell how trusting the cats are of Jun. He hammers the fish open in front of Poki and Poki doesn't even flinch despite it being pretty loud. My cat flinches if I sneeze near her XD

[@rina5407]

I think they might be used to loud sounds by now since they seem to be used to the DIY that happens around the house too 😂

[@KaraOni13]

Looking at cats, attending an outdoor market, action (praying mantis battle), and watching jun cook all under a comfortable atmosphere…this is my favorite type of content

[@lostsoul6658]

I never really had a role model to look up to, or even just a person who I feel like I would want to grow to be like, but you have become of of the first people ive started to look up to. Even just the way you present your self and how the stuff around you is, it almost feels like a dream that I had as a kid. It amazing to watch all the stuff you have put out and it makes me feel like I want to do something to, so thank you.

[@SharkSnoot]

Aww! He was using one of the plates Rachel got for his birthday 😊

[@B4DF0RCE]

it`s always so stunning to me how behaved these cats are. Fresh fish and they not fighting over it. DAMN

[@natashaw.7315]

Usually a good indicator that they are well fed and well cared for. Really good to see

[@Zeu55]

I would fight over fresh fish and I am not a cat.

[@mypal1990]

Even in the crack of dawn, Haku always brightens up a day!

[@4mpersan]

Seeing Jun's respect for his ingredients, whether plant or animal, is so refreshing.

[@user-fl6qk6dh5y]

新社会人として上京してから早数ヶ月。まさかこの動画で地元の風景を見れるなんて思いもしませんでした…すごく懐かしく感じます。じゅんさん、ありがとう！ It has passed some months since I left my hometown to work in Tokyo.And then I am so surprised to watch the scenery of my place(0:44) I spent a lot of time at in this video. That makes me being moved so much, thank you, Jun!

[@willowpiano24]

I still remember watching the videos of the garden, as well as the house being made and I absolutely love how the layout of the garden and kitchen looks! You've come so far! Definitely something I'd love to have- maybe one day I'll have enough patience 🌱

[@nicolee567]

Sculpting the salt with the fish design was very cute! I have not seen this dish before so it was cool to see how it is prepared.

[@Paint-and-plants]

You’ve given your cats such an amazing life. It’s one of the reasons I still watch after so many years. There’s something uniquely genuine and kind abt you and your videos. Seeing your cats watch you so peacefully validates that feeling. I wish you and Rachel nothing but the best, thank you for sharing such beautiful videos with the world ♥️

[@tomu_0612]

日本人のファンです！junさんの動画とても大好きで何回も見てます！！日本語字幕ほんとに助かります😭可能なら他のまだ字幕のない動画にも今後つけてくれると嬉しいです🙏

[@PrincessPonies81]

Poki looking like he was waving bye too at the end was just too cute

[@phil_intheblank]

2 months has felt so long. Glad to have another video

[@rc31802]

Those mantis were fascinating. This was so much fun to watch. I love how you let the cats smell everything

[@NextToToddliness]

I haven't seen this channel in years and I'm glad to see a new face and a new (to me) kitchen. Your channel is the reason I love to let my cats become somewhat involved in things like cooking.

[@Jay-hg7uw]

This is my cat’s fav channel. We hang out on the couch together and watch 2 or 3 in a row. She’ll get up every now and again to get really close and boop the screen, but mostly sits with me purring and watching

[@WednesdayStitches]

Look at Poki just sitting there, going to his chair, sniffing fresh fish and watching calmly. He wanted that cracked egg though!

[@user-bd9mr4dc7i]

Junさんの生活ほんとに好き これからもいろんな動画楽しみにしときます😊

[@filthycasual544]

Haku is an incredible cat, I hope someday to have one with a relaxed and friendly personality like that.

[@youbetterwakeup2449]

Indeed he is. I've had several yellow/tabby cats over the years , and they've all had that same laid back personality. But when it came time to fight, they were tough as nails!

[@Serviervorschlag-]

7:45 This moment with the black cat with the paw is sooo cute.😊

[@Kittyintheraiyn]

Loved seeing the little mantises!

[@nikicooper4792]

Haha! Your comment just brought back memories of Poki’s fluffy butt poking out of the trash can! Such a funny video 😂

[@babybaklavagus]

I think he still does it since they still turn the trash and recycle bins to face each other at night (it was in one of their vlogs in the house) so he can't get into the recycle (still so amused by how he always went to the wrong one lol)

[@jelyse14]

I love watching the cats watch you cook. Seeing their reactions when you show them you've got and then what you do with it. Seeing how curious they are. Its a very real and strong connection between you and your cats, just in how you interact with them.

[@jardins-du-cosmos]

ハーブ🌿が元気に育つ明るい庭とキッチン 新鮮な魚も素敵😊

[@overgrownmoon]

this video brings me so much nostalgia. i’ve never had sea bream, but in the game cooking mama, the salt baked sea bream recipe was one of my favorites to make as a kid!

[@Justice2Hearts]

My grandma has been in the hospital since November 2022. She loves cats a lot, so I occasionally would show her your cooking videos as it was an opportunity for her and I to bond. Thanks for providing content everyone could enjoy❤ Keep up the good work, Jun. :)

[@andreaquadrati]

I cannot even return home from work with my hands smelling like fish or seafood, that my cat will instantly meow and nibble at my fingers, while your cats are so well-composes even when a fresh fish is in front of their face!

[@HellOnWheel]

I don't want to assume what your real life is like just from your KZbin videos, but it seems magical. Thank you for sharing a small piece of it with us.

[@kirstron2390]

Your videos are the most calming, peaceful, enjoyable, cozy, genuine, and love filled videos I have ever watched. Thank you for all the time and care you put into each video. You are extremely talented, well spoken, kind, real, and humble person I’ve ever had the pleasure of watching! I’m sure I sound like a real weirdo now but I just really want to thank you for these. As a single first time mom of a 11 month old, the complete lack of chaos, anxiety, and stress in your videos really helps me unwind during nap times on tough days especially! So thank you again for all you do for your viewers! We love all you guys!❤

[@sourojeet]

Perfect way to start my Sunday, with Haku, Nagi and Poki 💕

[@aWomanFreed]

What’s Jun, chopped liver?

[@sourojeet]

@@aWomanFreed lol maybe 😂

[@bsteven885]

​@@aWomanFreed, Jun allows the cats to be the stars in the show no matter the subject of the video. ☺️

[@Durio_zibethinus]

Jun drops those eggs like a street magician 😂, also Haku vs Butterfly need a rematch!

[@LoveOnTop17]

My favorite notification to get on my phone is to see that Jun posted 😩😩

[@celestwaker7848]

Poki seems to have really mellowed out! I can’g believe he’s the same cat. What a cutie.

[@MsKassandraKotaku]

I had a salt baked steak exactly once in my life and I still dream about it! So I'm sure this is amazing too!

[@user-Tasuke]

いい「塩」梅というのは洒落が効いてていいですねえ。

[@crowfaerymori]

Poki always seems on his best behaviour for the cooking show, he must really love it! ❤

[@y.y6978]

Love your videos, Jun! They are perfect combination of cooking and cats

[@DOURUZU]

いつも楽しく見てます！ 猫ちゃんたちかわいい❤️

[@OO-1234]

これは絶対うまい

[@38lizzieb]

I've always wanted to try salt baking a fish but thought it was too hard. This video showed how easy it actually was! Now I might just have to give it a try ❤

[@iChillypepper]

Love to see how Poki is all chill now and he knows he’s going to get something good too!

[@Marco_Onyxheart]

I can't believe how good those cats are. Especially Poki. I'd have thought he'd jump at that fish like there's no tomorrow.

[@AzureMoonRay]

Jun’s cat squad assemble!! We have lots of ingredients to sniff and Master chef Jun’s magic to watch!!

[@Ouranorable]

Oh my gosh I've never even HEARD of finger lime! I need to grow this immediately

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

Same here. I can tell just from looking at it that it's gotta be amazing.

[@timbabb2508]

7:45 Poki's paw! I just cannot

[@druboo_]

Wow! Just look at those cute and well disciplined lovely cats, they just sit and watching Jun's cooking, even they didn't fight for the fresh fish. It's so adorable to watch.❤️

[@stellamortem9434]

I thought that was a giant Taiyaki at first 😆💕

[@ChaiLatte13]

I love how the cats just watch. I had captions on at the beginning and every time Poki meowed it said music. lol

[@Joshfeatmario]

These videos always feel like the warm hug of a loved one, had several bad days that were made better by one of your videos, thank you.

[@ApexGale]

I'm always impressed with how efficiently and cleanly you prep your meals. You really have the touch of an expert. Even your camera work is on point

[@dykam]

I've done this with chicken in a Dutch oven. Results in very moist meat.

[@LisaMarie-rh5yn]

WoW. The kitties are precious angels and your culinary skills, astonishing. I smiled the entire video. You're a complete treasure, Jun.

[@Atayrmy]

God I love Juns cooking and kind of like harvesting videos, it’s so calming and I love it. The cats are adorable too

[@andiyw5854]

Amazing calming video with cooking and cats 🐈🐈

[@Mrmasa-kn9em]

That retro alarm clock is so cool!

[@ThePleasantPestilence]

The little mantis fight was adorable! And your food always looks delicious.

[@AnhNguyen-tz1sn]

Your videos comfort me so much. I was so worried because you weren‘t posting

[@MsSherryjh]

Wow. Your rosemary is gorgeous!

[@julie5310]

The photography, the cats, the music, your skill and respect for your ingredients: Lovely! Thank you for bringing us into the beautiful life you and Rachel have created!

[@kirstenpaff8946]

I never thought I would have rosemary envy, but seeing that lovely big bush and then looking over at the puny little plant in a pot that I have definitely made me a little envious.

[@vigilantcosmicpenguin8721]

Jun is a wizard.

[@f13x98]

It's always a good day when Jun uploads

[@joshuasandiego5094]

Love the high quality videos Jun!

[@annesophieg-n]

so soothing and wonderful 🥰🥰🥰 thank you so much!

[@lrdenn73]

I love the new kitchen!!!!

[@dinosaurxxxx]

Your cooking videos are hands down the best.

[@evelyneca7454]

The garden is looking beautiful!

[@Mo0on_Child]

I always get so excited for every upload!

[@frostedflakes8432]

I always look forward to juns kitchen episodes! thank you for bringing us wonderful recipes & content!

[@Icer48]

The effort put into your videos is always great to see

[@zaidphma]

i love ur videos so much its very calming

[@Pearnarrative]

Wow that looks amazing 😮

[@86fifty]

Wow, that is so much dedication to get up at 3.30 am! I'm more likely to stay UP till that time of night LOL I have grown rosemary and basil in small pots on my back deck, and lemme tell ya, it is IMPRESSIVE how big Jun's plants are! That takes a LOT of trimming and care to keep them that neat and accessible for trimming. For basil alone, you have to trim off the tops every time it tries to flower, so that it doesn't get "distracted" from growing more leaves. I've never heard of Finger Limes before, but I love them! :D

[@teapotlizard]

these videos are just so unbelievably soothing and comforting 💛

[@jesusislord3611]

Great recipe Jun! God bless you and Rachel!

[@yurishige]

I love Jun so much, please upload more!

[@grahoundd9732]

what a worth quality video to wait and watch.. love you Jun👍

[@itsaj2404]

🎉🎉🎉 I'm elated just for the fact Jun uploaded❤ yahoo to us

[@mybiz6190]

Beautiful! Everything is done with such intention and thought. I love watching your videos!

[@ninjabgwriter]

These videos always make me happy. I think this is one of the channels I've been following the longest, and I don't think that's changing any time soon. It's always a pleasure to see the wonderful kitties, beautiful nature, and delicious food. :)

[@BubblesMcGhee]

My new favorite channel. Thank you.

[@Nessi5]

Your videos give me the ultimate comfort and having an upload on a quiet sunday morning is just absolutely perfect

[@pani.-_-.]

全てが憧れ。素敵。

[@nhvnaturalpet]

Another purrfect video!! 😻🧡

[@basachiiOfficial]

Always it's so calming it heals my heart

[@carrrut]

Looks so delicious

[@Lara-vo6rp]

your vegetable garden is growing so nicely I love ur veggie garden keep up the hard work!

[@xXxXxXxAllianaxXxXxX]

It’s always a good day when Jun’s Kitchen uploads~

[@ayathedoggo]

Absolute masterpiece, friend, you done did it again!

[@spaghetti2851]

I love watching these videos anytime I'm stressed or homesick or sad, thank you jun for creating such a comfortable space !

[@KaiHoshimi]

Your videos are always so relaxing and refreshing to watch! Thank you 🎉❤

[@jksta07]

it is nice to see you again cooking, i love to see that

[@caitlyncollins6953]

I love how calm Jun's voice is it's so relaxing to just write to and enjoy

[@jonnosquad1215]

I love watching these videos because it just calms me down good job jun

[@niconiconii4561]

I've legit never seen cats like yours and its amazing how well trained they are. Always love your uploads Jun, have a great day