Description
Manjjitnam’s Otaku Recipe by Chef Jo Gwang-hyo
Have you ever wondered what the food from your favorite manga or anime actually tastes like? Chef Jo Gwang-hyo, the breakout star from the Netflix series Culinary Class Wars (Black and White Chef), brings these iconic dishes from the page to your table. Known as the Manjjitnam (the man who tears up comic books to cook), Chef Jo presents his first official recipe book, designed to recreate the magic of fictional meals in your own kitchen.
This cookbook goes beyond simple instructions. It captures the essence of famous scenes, character personalities, and the unique worldviews of various comics. With 30 carefully developed recipes, this book serves as both a culinary guide and a tribute to the stories that inspired them.
Product Specifications
- Title: Manjjitnam’s Otaku Recipe
- Author: Jo Gwang-hyo
- Pages: 244 pages
- Dimensions: 140 x 205 x 20 mm
- ISBN13: 9791194087724
- ISBN10: 1194087728
Featured Content
The book features a variety of dishes inspired by popular titles, including:
- Demon Slayer: Tanjiro’s restorative meal.
- Chainsaw Man: Umeboshi cream cheese jam.
- Crayon Shin-chan: Bell pepper tsukune.
- The Master of Taste: A simplified, home-friendly version of Dongpo Pork, refined for easy preparation without complex steps.
Chef Jo Gwang-hyo, a self-taught culinary talent who reached the final 15 contestants on Culinary Class Wars, shares his secret techniques and “chef’s kicks” to help you master these dishes. Whether you are a fan of manga or simply looking to expand your cooking repertoire with unique and flavorful recipes, this book offers a fun and practical approach to home cooking.
Recommended by professional chefs, including Im Tae-hoon (the Deliveryman Chef) and Chae Nak-young (the Boy Who Returned), this collection is a must-have for anyone who wants to experience the taste of their favorite fictional worlds.









































Beckett (verified owner) – Portland, USA –
I bought this cookbook to try new recipes. The steps are straightforward and fun to follow. Each dish I made reminded me of favorite anime moments. I loved making the ramen, and it turned out great! Happy with my purchase overall.
Liam – Sydney, Australia –
This cookbook is a fun read. I love how each recipe reflects its manga scene. Tried the ramen dish and it turned out tasty and filling. The pictures are clear too, making cooking simple.
Olivia (verified owner) – Sydney, Australia –
Tried a recipe for ramen from this book. It turned out great! Instructions were easy to follow and the flavor was spot on. Perfect if you love manga and cooking.
Riley (verified owner) – Nashville, USA –
I tried a recipe from this cookbook, and it turned out delicious. The instructions were clear. I loved making the Ramen inspired by my favorite anime character. It felt like cooking along with the show.