Sukiyaki (Japanese Beef Hot Pot)

to 8 shitake mushrooms

package shirataki noodles ((7 oz))

package firm tofu ((cubed) (12 oz/340g))

medium onion ((thinly sliced))

green onions ((cut at a diagonal into 2-inch lengths))

leek ((cut at a diagonal into ¼ inch thick slices))

shungiku (/ tong ho / garland chrysanthemum, remove stems, wash, and drain (225g))

large Napa cabbage leaves ((sliced))

thinly sliced beef ((450g))

vegetable oil

granulated sugar

few tbsp ponzu (and goma dare for dipping)

water ((240ml))

mushroom soaking liquid ((120))

dashi

mirin ((Japanese cooking wine) (60ml))

soy sauce ((60ml))