What is zaru soba? Zaru soba, also known as mori soba, is a refreshing, delicious buckwheat noodle dish, especially prized during the hot, humid summers in Japan. Served cold, it’s the perfect way to cool down during a heatwave. Many people in Japan say that zaru soba is one of […]
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Authentic Yakitori Sauce (Tare)
The authentic yakitori sauce recipe, a simple recipe with only 5 ingredients but an unforgettable taste Some mysteries will always be as elusive as a runaway wheel of camembert—“Who is Ornicar?”, “Was Lady GaGa ever a man?”, and “How do you actually make that famous tare that tastes just like […]
Homemade Gyoza wrapper
The preparation of gyoza, these delicious Japanese dumplings, is an art that deserves our full attention. Today, we’ll dive into the heart of Japanese culinary tradition with a gyoza dough recipe that will delight even the most discerning. Whether used for chicken gyoza, beef gyoza, or even pork This is […]
What is wakame seaweed?
Wakame is among the most common edible seaweeds. Widely used across Asian cooking, it often appears in salads and soups, or served alongside seafood. While it’s also harvested wild in Australia, cultivation is centered in Japan and Korea. Most wakame you’ll find in stores likely comes from one of these […]
What are Shimeji mushrooms?
Shimeji mushrooms are a variety of Asian mushroom with a crunchy texture and a delicious nutty flavour. They are also known as beech mushrooms because in the wild they grow on fallen beech trees. They are widely used in Japanese cuisine What are Shimeji mushrooms? Shimeji mushrooms are an edible […]
Authentic miso soup better than takeout
A recipe proposed by Leo from the Japandelice channel, specialized in Japanese cuisine. Today, I want to talk to you about miso soup, this soup that’s so comforting after a tiring day that it becomes difficult to do without once you’ve adopted it. But I have unfortunately noticed that some […]
Beef and Cheese Yakitori Skewers
This delicious beef and cheese yakitori skewer recipe will take your appetizers to the next level. Many of you have asked me for this recipe, and your wish is my command! Inspired by Japanese cuisine, it will delight you. During my research, I noticed that many creators add touches such […]
Authentic Japanese Curry
A beloved spin on the Indian classic, Japanese cooks have made curry their own—and we couldn’t be happier! This culinary staple is wildly popular in Japan; it’s even considered a national dish known as “kare raisu.” Walk into almost any Asian restaurant and you’ll find Japanese curry on the menu. […]
Homemade Japanese Curry Roux
Japanese curry, also known as Kare Raisu (カレーライス), is a quintessential comfort dish. It’s the go-to in many Japanese households thanks to how easy it is to make. The key to this ease is the curry roux (カレールー), essentially a bouillon-style block tailored to Japanese curry. These cube-style helpers are […]
Japanese Curry Powder
Curry was first introduced to Japan during the Meiji era (1868-1912) by the British navy, who brought with them the spice blend known as curry powder. This powder is the foundation for a good kare-ko. Japanese curry powder, called Aka Kan (赤缶), was first sold by S&B Foods in 1923, […]