Foods that start with 'mi'? Useful words for Shiritori
When someone asks you to name a food that starts with “mi,” it’s not easy to come up with one right away, is it?
The classic example is mikan (mandarin orange), but that would be disallowed in shiritori…
So in this article, I’d like to introduce a variety of foods that start with “mi.”
I’ve gathered foods beginning with “mi,” ranging from two to six characters—such as mizuna, Minazuki, and meatballs—so feel free to use this list whenever you need it, like for a shiritori game.
You might even discover a food you’ve never encountered before!
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5 characters (1–10)
Mirin-age (Mirin-fried snack)
As the name suggests, mirin-age are rice crackers that are fried after being coated with a sauce made from mirin and soy sauce.
Their sweet-and-salty flavor and crunchy texture are so tasty that many people find themselves eating more than they intended.
meat pie
A meat pie is a dish made by baking pastry filled with meat, and it is said to have originated in the United Kingdom.
The meat used can include beef, pork, and chicken, as well as lamb.
6 characters (1–10)
Mille-feuille
A pastry with layers of puff pastry filled with whipped cream or custard is called a mille-feuille.
By extension, anything arranged in layers is sometimes described as mille-feuille-style.
meatloaf
Meatloaf might not ring a bell for those not very familiar with cooking.
It refers to a dish made by mixing ground meat with onions, breadcrumbs, and eggs, shaping it in a mold, and baking it.
Part of its appeal is how fun it is to customize—such as adding hard-boiled eggs inside, or incorporating vegetables and cheese.
meatball
Speaking of meatballs, they’re a classic lunchbox staple that kids love! With a variety of sauces like teriyaki-style, tomato-based, and sweet-and-sour, the different flavors keep them from ever getting boring!
In conclusion
We introduced lots of foods that start with “mi”! How many could you remember? I bet quite a few of you saw this article and realized you knew them but couldn’t think of them at the time. Take this chance to lock them in, and if you get a chance to play shiritori, be sure to show them off!