Recipes

RECIPE: Nibitashi (Fried/Simmered Vegetables)
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July 14, 2021
RECIPE: Nibitashi (Fried/Simmered Vegetables)

Easy, healthy, and vegan! Nibitashi vegetables are a...

Wood Ear Mushroom Tsukudani
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June 18, 2021
RECIPE: Kikurage (Wood Ear Mushroom) Tsukudani

Tsukudani is the umbrella term for seafood, meat,...

RECIPE: Konbu Tsukudani (Simmered Kelp)
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June 03, 2021
RECIPE: Konbu Tsukudani (Simmered Kelp)

Made using konbu leftover from the dashi-making process,...

RECIPE: Mentsuyu Onigiri (Rice Balls)
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June 03, 2021
RECIPE: Mentsuyu Onigiri (Rice Balls)

Hand-held onigiri (rice balls) are the ultimate quick...

RECIPE: Dashi Zosui (Japanese Rice Soup)
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June 03, 2021
RECIPE: Dashi Zosui (Japanese Rice Soup)

Zosui is a simple soy sauce-flavored rice soup...

RECIPE: Tonjiru (Pork Miso Soup)
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June 03, 2021
RECIPE: Tonjiru (Pork Miso Soup)

While miso soup is popular worldwide, tonjiru is...

Minimalist Japanese Recipe: SPINACH OHITASHI (SPINACH IN DASHI)
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June 03, 2021
Minimalist Japanese Recipe: SPINACH OHITASHI (SPINACH IN DASHI)

Ohitashi is a Japanese cooking method that involves...

Recipe: Mozuku in Vinegar
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April 29, 2021
Recipe: Mozuku in Vinegar

Mozuku is a unique variety of brown seaweed...

Recipe: Mozuku Tempura Fritters
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April 29, 2021
Recipe: Mozuku Tempura Fritters

For a satisfyingly crispy and umami appetizer, try...

Recipe: Nukazuke Pickled Vegetables
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March 31, 2021
RECIPE: Nukazuke Pickled Vegetables

Tsukemono (lit. "pickled things") are served with nearly...

RECIPE: Nori Tsukudani Hummus
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March 12, 2021
RECIPE: Nori Tsukudani Hummus

For a tangy and unique appetizer or side...

Ume Konbu Cha Potato Salad with Chicken and Wakame
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March 06, 2021
RECIPE: Konbu Cha Potato Salad with Chicken and Wakame

You may be surprised to know that potato...