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!
Tamagoyaki is a staple of sushi menus, bento boxes, and home-cooked breakfasts alike. Thin layers and the addition of dashi and sugar make this omelette quite different from it’s western counterparts. What is Tamagoyaki? Tamagoyaki is a Japanese rolled omelette made by cooking thin sheets of egg in a rectangular pan, and rolling the sheets…
Dashi is one of if not the most important ingredients in Japanese cuisine. It’s a necessity for anyone cooking Japanese food. In this post, I’ll answer: What is dashi, how to make dashi, how to use dashi, and where to buy dashi, along with other facts, recipes, and answers. **This post contains affiliate links, I…
When cooking food you may be unfamiliar with, it all starts with the ingredients. Here are the 10 Japanese pantry staples you need to make 90% of Japanese food. Japanese cuisine is a world renowned cuisine, often recognized for its restrained and elegant nature. It seem out of reach to you. If that’s the case then…
Shokupan. It’s what sandwich bread wants to be when it grows up. It’s the Japanese bread that works equally well in sweet ogura toast, inexpenive Konbini sandwiches, and ultra-luxorious wagyu sandos. This recipe takes a bit more time and practice than most, but as far as bread goes it’s actually very easy to make. So…
Japanese fuit sandwiches are a light and sweet treat, and they’re SUPER easy to make! I offer a recipe for homemade bread and whipped cream, which is what will set your sandos apart. What are Japanese Fruit Sandwiches? They’re the ever-popular sandwiches you’ve probably seen on YouTube or in a konbini (if you’ve been to…
This Miso Mushroom Tuna Spaghetti is a laid-back Italian-Japanese meal perfect for weeknights and quick lunches. It’s creamy, filling, salty, umami, done in 30 minutes, and packed with protein.
Teriyaki is a word that just about everyone has heard. For most of you, it brings to mind an image of a mid Japanese restaurant serving up plates of rice, vegetables, and meat. Stir-fried in a salty sauce and served on a black plate. Or perhaps you think of a “hibachi” restaurant and a slick…
What’s cheap, filling, fresh, and yet somehow gourmet simultaneously? Dumplings, that’s what. Learn how to make savory, healthy Tofu Gyoza today! What is Gyoza? Gyoza is a Japanese, crescent-shaped dumpling usually filled with a pork mixture and served with a savory dipping sauce. The original cooking technique involves being pan-seared and steamed to develop a…
Shogayaki donburi is one of my family’s all-time favorite dishes. This quick-to-make dish makes use of a budget-friendly, beautifully marbled, and underappreciated cut of meat: pork butt. Complete with contrasting toppings in flavor, texture, and color, these rice bowls appeal to all senses. What is Shogayaki? Shogayaki is a Japanese dish of seared pork seasoned…
Japanese Ramen is one of the best noodle dishes of all time, but it can be a hassle to put together. Fortunately, with this recipe, you can easily elevate your ramen game by creating a refined and super-savory Shoyu Ramen Stock. Prepare to have the perfect base for bouncy noodles, flavorful seasonings, juicy proteins, and…
