Chicken Piccata is a dish prepared by seasoning thinly pounded chicken tenders, coating them in flour, and dipping them in beaten eggs before pan-frying. The dish gets its name from the Italian word piccata, meaning “a thrust with a lance.” The origin of the name is said to come from the cooking technique itself: the chicken…
Ume Wakame Gohan is a simple mixed rice dish made with Umeboshi pickled sour plums and Wakame seaweed. There’s no chopping involved—just combine all the ingredients and let the rice cooker do the work. It’s incredibly easy, but don’t underestimate its flavor. The sourness of the Umeboshi and the umami from the seaweed create a…
Low-Carb Okonomiyaki is a creative twist on traditional Japanese cabbage pancakes, using rice paper instead of flour to create a lighter, low-carbohydrate version. By omitting the traditional flour base—a crucial pancake ingredient—this recipe offers a healthier alternative without sacrificing flavor. If you love Okonomiyaki but want to reduce your refined carbohydrate intake, or if you’re…
Temari sushi is a delightful bite-sized sushi, characterized by its small, round shape and colorful toppings. These perfectly formed balls of vinegared rice are adorned with an array of ingredients, from fresh seafood to vibrant vegetables. The name “Temari” comes from its resemblance to a traditional and decorative Japanese handball, and due to its elegant…
The financier is a classic French pastry – small, rectangular almond-flavored tea cakes similar to madeleines, renowned for their rich yet light texture, nutty aroma, and golden-brown color. While not widely known in the US, financiers have been beloved in Japan for decades. In fact, they’ve become one of the most popular French-origin baked confections…
Doria is a Japanese casserole dish made with rice, creamy white sauce, and cheese. It’s a popular Western-influenced dish (Yoshoku) often served at Kissaten styled coffee shops in Japan. In this recipe, instead of serving in individual gratin dishes, doria is made in a deep pie dish that is ideal for family-style serving. After sauteing…
Rolled Daikon and Salmon is a vinegar-marinated salad dish and a nice modern addition to Osechi New Year’s cuisine. Smoked salmon and thin daikon radish are rolled together, creating interesting swirls in the lucky colors of red and white—perfect for starting a new year.
Dashi Curry is a curry made without store-bought curry mix but with dashi stock and curry powder, thickened with starch. It’s a simpler type of Japanese curry often found at Soba or Udon noodle shops, in contrast to curry specialty stores that use more complicated spices and ingredients. Unlike traditional Japanese curries that rely on…
Deep-fried chicken wings are an iconic staple in Japanese cuisine, particularly as a crowd-pleasing appetizer. However, from a health perspective, traditional deep-frying isn’t the most nutritious cooking method. Enter the air fryer—a modern kitchen innovation that transforms this beloved dish by reducing significant amount of oil compared to traditional deep-frying.
Satumaimo Gohan or Japanese Sweet Potato Rice is a popular rice dish to make at home when satsumaimo is in season in the fall and winter. Naturally sweet and somewhat sticky satsumaimo go really well with steamed rice. It is so easy to make if you have a rice cooker at home, and you only…