What is Thai Yellow Curry? Yellow curry paste is an essential ingredient in Thai cuisine and other Southeast Asian cuisines. Just like red curry paste and green curry paste, it’s a spicy and aromatic paste used to add flavor to a variety of dishes, such as curries, soups, stir-fries, and […]
Lemongrass is impossible to ignore on those heavy summer nights. With mosquitoes waiting for the smallest opening, lemongrass essential oil was once the ultimate weapon to keep them at bay. Highly fragrant, lemongrass is not only an excellent repellent against these tiny pests, but also an indispensable ingredient to keep […]
More than just peppery, Sichuan pepper delivers a distinctive blend of flavors with highly aromatic citrus notes that brighten any dish. With the bite of black pepper and a fresh, zesty lift, this Chinese spice will surprise you again and again. What is Sichuan pepper? As the name suggests, Sichuan […]
What is capelin roe? Capelin is a small fish that lives in the cold waters of the Atlantic, Pacific, and Arctic Oceans, especially off the coasts of Japan and Korea. So, you probably won’t see it around here, and the name might not mean much to you. In Asian cuisine, […]
It has a lemon’s color, shape, and texture—they could almost pass for twins. Yet while yuja belongs to the citrus family, it’s not the same as the common yellow lemon we all know. So what exactly is yuja? What is Yuja? Halfway between a mandarin and a lemon, yuja—called yuzu […]
Miso – most of us have heard of it at least once in our lives… and with good reason! This traditional staple of Chinese cuisine and Japanese cuisine has now found a firm foothold in Europe, where chefs prize its uniquely distinctive flavour. What is miso? Miso is a fermented […]
Used in countless dishes—whether as a simple condiment or a building block—fried garlic deserves a spot in the fridge of every fan of Asian cuisine This recipe comes from Feng David, a member of the official site group. The key to great fried garlic is timing: watch it closely as […]
This homemade sweet chili sauce is bound to become a fridge staple. It’s versatile, quick and easy to make, free of additives, and tastes far better than anything store-bought. As ever, nothing beats homemade—and sweet chili sauce is no exception. Not only is it quick and easy to make, it’s […]
Dried mushrooms are fantastic. Not only are they easy to store and keep for a long time, but you’ll also find an incredible variety in Asian supermarkets. In Chinese cooking, for example, they’re used all the time! A lot of you have asked me if there’s a special way to […]
Let me say it up front: it’s a Japanese pantry essential. Also called “tsuyu,” this foundational condiment brings quintessential Japanese flavor to your dishes. A true ambassador of Japanese tastes! What is mentsuyu? Mentsuyu is the base sauce for many soups, broths, and noodle dishes. Traditionally, it’s a blend of […]
