Mitarashi dango: an irresistibly addictive Japanese sweet When the first rays of spring sunshine appear, this is Japan’s go-to snack, and with good reason. These rice balls, glazed with sweet soy sauce, deliver a delightfully soft texture and subtle flavor. They are a perfect way to welcome spring, right on […]
A classic, straightforward Japanese dish of chicken fried rice wrapped in an omelette and finished with… ketchup! A beloved home-style dish in Japanese cuisine that anyone can make. It belongs to the many “hybrid” dishes of Japan, pairing a creamy omelette with fried rice for pure comfort. Hearty, quick, and […]
This legendary Japanese egg sandwich is light, digestible, and ready in minutes… perfect for sunny days! When the classic ham-and-butter sandwich starts to feel bland, tamago sando is a great way to rediscover sandwiches Japanese-style. This grab-and-go snack needs only a handful of ingredients. What is tamago sando? It is […]
A delicious Japanese breaded pork sandwich that no one can resist! If you have spotted it in mouth-watering cooking videos, this Japanese sandwich has surely piqued your interest. Crispy pork, pillowy bread, and a generous drizzle of Tonkatsu sauce are the keys to this next-level, indulgent treat! What is Katsu […]
Delicious pork ribs braised in soy sauce… A recipe that will make people happy for the summer season! With the nice weather slowly returning, a bit of summer on the plate doesn’t hurt. In my opinion, Chinese spare ribs make a good transition between the last spring showers and the […]
A delicious recipe for juicy and comforting shrimp noodles There are plenty of stir-fried shrimp noodle recipes on the internet. Some cook them Thai-style, others Chinese-style; some add vegetables, others prefer to let the shrimp take center stage… It can be a bit confusing sometimes. So here, without giving you […]
Our foolproof recipe for the iconic mochi ice cream, perfect for sizzling summers and chilly winters I have to confess, I still prefer classic mochi to the frozen version, but over here it is mochi ice cream that everyone seems to know best, even with the current craze for real […]
Chicken katsu or Tori katsu is a Japanese dish made of breaded and fried chicken. Tori means chicken, and katsu is an abbreviation of the English word cutlet, derived from the French côtelette. It’s one of the most consumed dishes in Japan, not only easy to make but extremely delicious. […]
A delicious recipe for spicy Korean sauce for Bibimbap Korean cuisine offers a captivating range of flavors, particularly through its sauces. The Bibimbap sauce is a striking example, enriching the famous Korean rice bowl with a divine taste. But you can use it on all sorts of things: from traditional […]
What is Sheng Jian Bao? Bao, the unmissable delight of Chinese cuisine, is hands down one of my favorite dishes, enchanting diners across China and far beyond. Its soft, fluffy dough encloses a rich, flavorful, and above all, juicy filling. Of all the variations, Sheng Jian Bao, a Shanghai specialty, […]
