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This is the quintessential Japanese noodle dish you should eat over new year

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Dec 19, 2020

This is the quintessential Japanese noodle dish you should eat over new year

by Makiko Itoh

Toshikoshi soba is a comforting dish best enjoyed slowly, perhaps with some sake, while you quietly plan ahead for a better 2021.

Create your own ‘at-home <em>izakaya</em>’ with <em>daikon</em> appetizers

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Nov 14, 2020

Create your own ‘at-home izakaya’ with daikon appetizers

by Makiko Itoh

With COVID-19 cases once again rising, why not sharpen your izakaya appetizer cooking skills with this warming simmered daikon and spicy stir-fry?

As the weather cools, make this hearty nimono simmered stew

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Oct 17, 2020

As the weather cools, make this hearty nimono simmered stew

by Makiko Itoh

The taro has been a staple starch for centuries, and today it’s grown all over Japan. Here, it rounds out a fall stew perfect for lunch or dinner.

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Will sardines become Japan's new autumn 'it' fish?

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Sep 19, 2020

Will sardines become Japan's new autumn 'it' fish?

by Makiko Itoh

Sometimes considered a culinary afterthought due to its modest size and low price, sardines are as healthy and tasty as any other oily fish.

This summer, don’t be too bitter to give gōya a try

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Aug 15, 2020

This summer, don’t be too bitter to give gōya a try

by Makiko Itoh

Although it may look intimidating, bitter melon is surprisingly addictive. Here’s two healthy and quick recipes highlighting this unique fruit.

<i>Potesara:</i> Japan’s ‘most familiar and loved salad’

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Jul 18, 2020

Potesara: Japan’s ‘most familiar and loved salad’

by Makiko Itoh

A recent Twitter controversy about potato salad has brought the much-loved dish back into the national spotlight.

Five refreshing and summer-friendly Japanese recipes

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Jun 27, 2020

Five refreshing and summer-friendly Japanese recipes

by Makiko Itoh

This recipe collection starts with a homemade mentsuyu (noodle sauce), which becomes a flavorful base for four other dishes.

Japan’s love affair with caramel custard pudding

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Jun 20, 2020

Japan’s love affair with caramel custard pudding

by Makiko Itoh

Creamy and luxurious, pudding has graced everything from the tables of Japan’s fine-dining hotels to convenience stores. And it’s back in fashion.

Want to help out Japan’s struggling farmers? Eat more dairy and vegetables

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN May 16, 2020

Want to help out Japan’s struggling farmers? Eat more dairy and vegetables

by Makiko Itoh

COVID-19 is straining Japan’s food distribution network, particularly for milk and produce. Good thing this take on a vichyssoise soup uses both.

Preservation 101: How to store your produce to extend its shelf life

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Apr 18, 2020

Preservation 101: How to store your produce to extend its shelf life

by Makiko Itoh

This pantry-friendly and vegetarian meal will keep you feeling full and satisfied. The best part is its individual components store well in the fridge or freezer, too.

Craving Japanese health foods? Give <I>nattō</I> and <I>umeboshi</I> a try

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Mar 14, 2020

Craving Japanese health foods? Give nattō and umeboshi a try

by Makiko Itoh

One way to stay healthy is to maintain a balanced diet. Natto and umeboshi might be polarizing ingredients, but there's no denying their health benefits, especially when combined in this easy, punchy pasta.

Get in on the <em>gyōza</em> wars with this tasty dumpling recipe

Food & Drink | JAPANESE KITCHEN Feb 15, 2020

Get in on the gyōza wars with this tasty dumpling recipe

by Makiko Itoh

Gyōza are fun, easy-to-make and absolutely delicious

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