Okay, I decided to take a road trip with a friend who was moving out of state. Along the way, the plan was to do what I do best, EAT! And where is the greatest place to explore new food? “At a Food Truck”. We made many stops, but the one to remember was a Japanese food truck called Ocko’s Hibachi Island in Little Rock, Arkansas. Who knew Little Rock can be so big.
Japan is a string of islands located in the east coast of Asia. It has four main islands followed by many smaller islands. It is a mountainous volcanic country, thus the supply of agricultural land is limited. However, Japan’s fairly wet climate together with extensive network of rivers make it possible for wet-rice (paddy), the country’s principal crop. Japan relies on the sea for their source of food and has the largest fish catches in the world.
Japanese cuisine is well known for its subtle and delicate flavors that incorporate fresh ingredients. They have adopted and refined other nation’s food customs. One popular dish is tempura introduced by the Portuguese; consist of seafood or vegetable dipped in rice flour batter than deep-fried. It is much lighter and tend to carry less grease. Ocko’s Tempura Shrimp (Yum-Yum)! was crisp, sweet and had a fresh seafood taste. You can hear the crunch a mile away, yet so tender in the inside. ~Oh the memories.
3 thoughts on “Hibachi On Wheels”
Man that food looks good
Surprised that there is a Hibachi truck. Would love to taste some food from the truck. It’s looks delicious!
OH MY GOODNESS!! Hibachi is one of my favorite things to eat from the Japanese culture. Once again, I am shocked that there is such a food truck. I’m bummed that it isn’t in New York. The food looks amazing. I really appreciate Four Wheel Feasts and I think you’re doing an amazing job. Keep them coming!!