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Miso Grilled Pork

Miso Grilled Pork

Miso Grilled Pork is marinated pork loin in miso paste and pan-fried. It’s succulent, tender, and delicious, yet so easy to make. The pork chops are marinated in a storage bag with all the seasonings, kneaded well together, and left to rest for 1 hour to overnight. Once the preparation is done, the cooking part goes fast. Pan-fry both sides until nicely browned, and that’s it. The only tip to keep in mind is to cook at a lower heat to avoid burning. The seasonings contain sugar, which can burn beyond caramelization if cooked too high. Prep the night before or in the morning, and you can cook the meat in just 10 minutes. Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It’s easy to multiply the recipe if you’re serving a crowd. Serve with salad and miso soup for a delightful dinner! I hope you give it a try!

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Miso Soup with Melting Cheese

Miso Soup with Melting Cheese

Today’s miso soup features mushrooms, spinach, and melting cheese. Miso and cheese are surprisingly good together since both are fermented foods. The umami flavors from the ingredients enhance each other, allowing you to achieve a rich and deep taste with little effort. Mushrooms and spinach add even more flavor and nutrition. This creamy miso soup is perfect with toast in the morning or sandwiches for lunch. It’s super quick to make and delicious! I hope you give it a try.

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Fruit Jelly Recipe

Fruit Jelly

Fruit jelly is a juicy and refreshing dessert that allows you to enjoy the flavors of various fruits in a mildly sweetened, cold jelly. Typically, it is made by solidifying fruit puree or juice with gelatin or agar. In this recipe, we use gelatin not agar, and chunks of fresh and canned fruits are submerged in the neutral flavor of transparent jelly. Fruit jelly is a popular dessert in Japan due to its refreshing taste and attractive appearance. It’s super easy to make at home, using seasonal fruits or experimenting with various flavors.

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Meat Omelette

Meat Omelette

Meat Omelette is a simple omelette filled with ground meat and onion. This is a nostalgic childhood dish that reminds me of mom’s home cooking. Unlike more popular Omurice, this omelette does not include rice. Fillings can be just as simple as ground meat and onion, or you can also add vegetables such as potato, carrot, and spinach. Try this easy and delicious omelette for breakfast, lunch, or dinner!

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Oyster Okonomiyaki Recipe

Oyster Okonomiyaki

Oyster Okonomiyaki, known as “Kakioko” in Japanese, is a type of Okonomiyaki, a savory Japanese pancake. The defining characteristic of Kakioko is its generous use of oysters, making them the star ingredient due to their rich flavor and aroma. The soft batter and crisp cabbage complement the plump texture of the oysters within the pancakes. Here, we will show you how to recreate authentic Kakioko Okonomiyaki at home.

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Simmered Potatoes and Tuna

Simmered Potatoes and Tuna

Simmered Potatoes and Tuna is a flavorful dish where potatoes and canned tuna are gently cooked in a sweet soy broth. The broth, reduced to a rich sauce consistency, beautifully coats the potatoes, enhancing their taste. To allow the umami of the tuna and seasonings to meld with the vegetables, it’s best to let the dish cool before serving. It’s incredibly easy to make and budget-friendly, yet it’s still a delightful side dish for any meal. Hope you enjoy it!

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Miso Soup with Udon Noodles

Miso Soup with Udon Noodles

Today’s miso soup features Udon noodles. Udon noodles, thick wheat flour noodles typically found in noodle soup dishes with clear broth, are also a great addition to miso soup. Miso soup with dense and chewy Udon is hearty and filling, making it a perfect side dish for any meals or a light lunch. You can use frozen or dried Udon, whichever is available, but be sure to defrost or cook the dried noodles before adding them to the miso soup. We’ve added Tenkasu tempura bits as a topping, which adds richness to the soup. If you want a little kick to the dish, sprinkle some Shichimi hot pepper. Hope you like it!

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Chuka Okowa Recipe (Chinese-Style Sticky Rice)

Chuka Okowa

Chuka Okowa is mixed sticky Mochi rice (also called sweet rice), flavored with some of the ingredients and seasonings used in Chinese sticky rice. This chewy, savory rice dish with pork and vegetables boasts a deeper umami flavor from oyster sauce and a touch of sweetness from a small amount of sugar. Chuka Okowa is prepared in the rice cooker, eliminating the need to wrap it with bamboo leaves and steam it in a steamer like the Chinese version, making it incredibly easy to recreate at home.

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Tofu Avocado Salad

Tofu Avocado Salad

Tofu Avocado Salad is a simple and healthy side dish that is so easy to make. It’s also completely plant based and vegan. Diced tofu and avocado are tossed in the Japanese style vinaigrette dressing with a hint of wasabi and sesame. It’s delicious by itself, but you can also put this on a bowl of rice to make a Donburi rice bowl.

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