Japan Recipes

【Negitoro Don: Fatty Tuna & Scallion Over Sushi Rice】 Negitoro don is a beloved Japanese dish that combines the richness of fatty tuna with the pungency of scallions, all atop a bed of sushi rice. However, what makes this dish truly sp...

【Hayashi Rice: Japan's Forgotten Western Stew】 Hayashi rice, a dish born out of Japan's Meiji period, is a fascinating blend of Western and Japanese culinary traditions. What makes this dish special is its rich, depthful flavor profile...

【Kakiage: Mixed Vegetable Tempura Patties Done Right】 Kakiage, a type of Japanese tempura, is a dish that is often misunderstood and poorly executed, even in high-end restaurants. What makes this dish special is the delicate balance of...

【Japanese Mapo Tofu: Milder, Silkier, Still Addictive】 Mapo tofu, a Sichuan classic, has been widely adopted and adapted in Japan, resulting in a unique version that is both milder and silkier than its Chinese counterpart. This Japanes...

【Zaru Soba: Cold Buckwheat With Tsuyu Dipping Sauce】 Zaru soba, a traditional Japanese dish of cold buckwheat noodles served with a savory dipping sauce, is often misunderstood and poorly executed outside of Japan. What makes this dish...

【Niku Udon: Beef-Topped Udon, Osaka Style】 Niku Udon, a staple of Osaka's culinary scene, is a dish that has gained popularity worldwide for its rich, savory broth and tender beef toppings served over thick, chewy udon noodles. However...

【Ankake: The Glossy Japanese Sauce That Goes On Everything】 Ankake, which translates to "sauce to pour over," is a staple in Japanese cuisine that elevates dishes from mundane to sublime. What makes ankake special is its versatility an...

【Japanese Potato Salad: Why It Tastes Nothing Like Yours】 Japanese potato salad, or "poteto sarada" in Japanese, is a beloved side dish that has been a staple in Japanese cuisine for decades. However, its popularity has also led to num...

【Ebi Tempura: Straight Prawns, Light Batter, Clear Oil】 Ebi tempura, a dish that seems simple yet is often botched by even the most well-intentioned chefs. What makes this dish special is not just the succulent prawns or the delicate b...

【Dashimaki Tamago vs Tamagoyaki: The Real Difference】 Dashimaki tamago and tamagoyaki are two popular Japanese rolled egg dishes often misunderstood and mislabeled. The distinction between these two lies not just in their ingredients, ...