Sample dishes from the Far East with these delicious recipes. Japanese cuisine has a reputation for detail, balance, and the perfect utilization of an ingredient’s natural flavor. The word umami is close to “deliciousness” in Japanese, and this flavor is a cornerstone of Japanese food. Umami is often amplified in the form of deep, savory ingredients such as shoyu, miso, and mushrooms. Start savoring the refined flavors and sleek design of Japanese cuisine. Recipes like Easy AND Delicious Shoyu Ramen and The Perfect Shoyu Ramen Stock are sure to impress!
A hearty Japanese classic with a healthy spin – 32 grams of protein and only 9 grams of fat. What is Japanese Chicken Curry? Japanese chicken curry is a hearty stew made with carrots, potatoes, chicken, and onion. It’s seasoned mainly with curry powder and served with rice and Japanese pickles. Although curry originated in…
Japanese Teriyaki Chicken is easy, fast and high in protein! It’s perfect for family meals and meal-preps alike. Learn how to make teriyaki the Japanese way in this post! Why I Love Japanese Teriyaki Chicken Growing up in America, I first tasted Japanese-style teriyaki chicken in the comfort of my own home. Since then I’ve…
Tamago Kake Gohan (TKG) is the Japanese way to make an easy and nutritious breakfast in approximately 137 seconds! This dish had to have been invented by either a starving college student at 2:00 A.M., or maybe a busy mother on a school morning. Either way, the day I decided to forgo the conventional wisdom…
What is Tantantmen? Tantanmen is a spicy Japanese ramen. It consists of bouncy noodles in a rich soy milk broth seasoned with chili oil and neri goma (sesame paste), and topped with ground pork. It’s very different from other ramen styles in both the broth and toppings. Instead of the usual toppings like chashu, menma,…
I love making this air fried karaage as a chill lunch. It’s the satisfaction of fried chicken, without the hassle and fat of traditional karaage. What is Air Fried Karaage? Karaage (ka-rah-ah-ge) is essentially Japanese fried chicken. While there are other methods in Japan for frying chicken (such as toriten), karaage is one of the…
Learn how to make high protein tantanmen – spicy Japanese pork ramen in rich soy milk broth – with all the flavor, half the fat, and 54 grams of protein. Ramen. Possibly one of the best soups in the world. Ramen is so appealing because of the variety of broths, toppings, and noodles used throughout…
Teriyaki has always been one of my favorite ways to cook things. It’s not flashy, and the flavors aren’t super crazy, but the salty, umami, and sweet flavor pair well with fattier protein options like salmon or chicken thighs. This healthy teriyaki salmon is one of the easiest ways to prepare the fish. What is…
This dish always makes me happy. There’s just something innately satisfying about intensely seasoned beef, tender onions, and thick noodles in a hot, savory broth that you can’t beat. What is Niku Udon? Niku udon is a Japanese noodle soup with a dashi broth topped with shaved beef. If you break the name down, niku…
What is Karaage? Everyone, no matter where they’re from, seems to eat fried chicken in some way, shape, form, or fashion. Whether it’s Korean fried chicken, Kentucky fried chicken, pollo frito (which can have several meanings), or hat yai. Karaage is Japanese fried chicken. I’ve found it to be crispier and lighter on the breading…
Oyakodon is Japanese comfort food in a bowl, with simple ingredients and balanced seasonings that create something greater than the sum of their parts. And it’s oil-free and protein-loaded. That’s a win-win. What is Oyakodon? Oyakodon is a Japanese rice bowl with chicken, eggs, and onions cooked with dashi and other seasonings. Like a loose…
