Chicken Katsu Curry (チキンカツカレー)

Chicken Katsu Curry (チキンカツカレー) Curry was introduced to Japan by the British over 100 years ago and then adapted to […]

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Dashi (だし)

Dashi (だし) Dashi (だし) is a Japanese stock or broth, and it is a fundamental ingredient in many Japanese dishes.  […]

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Ginger Rice (生姜の炊き込みご飯)
Ginger Rice (生姜の炊き込みご飯)

Young ginger (which is smaller, milder in flavor, and has thinner skin) is recommended for this recipe. However, regular ginger […]

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Goma Dare (ごまだれ)
Goma Dare (ごまだれ)

Goma dare is a classic accompaniment for shabu-shabu, but it’s also tasty as a salad dressing or as a a […]

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Gyudon (牛丼) (Japanese Beef Bowl)
Gyudon (牛丼) (Japanese Beef Bowl)

Gyudon (牛丼) is a simple Japanese home-style dish made of beef, vegetables, and egg, served over rice. It’s quick, easy […]

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Hiyayakko (Cold Tofu 冷奴)
Hiyayakko (Cold Tofu 冷奴)

Hiyayakko (Cold Tofu 冷奴) is a Japanese chilled tofu appetizer and it’s usually served during the summer time. It’s usually […]

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Japanese Beef Curry (ビーフカレー)
Japanese Beef Curry (ビーフカレー)

Curry Rice or Karē Raisu (カレーライス) is a popular Japanese dish, typically made with onions, potatoes, carrots, and a protein […]

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Japanese Cucumber Salad (きゅうりとワカメの酢の物)
Japanese Cucumber Salad (きゅうりとワカメの酢の物)

This simple salad is a classic kind of sunomono that you may have encountered before in a restaurant. In Japanese, […]

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Kitsune Udon (きつねうどん)
Kitsune Udon (きつねうどん)

Named after the Japanese word for ‘fox’, kitsune udon (きつねうどん) is a delicious dish made with thick udon noodles served […]

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Korokke (コロッケ) | Japanese Potato Croquettes
Korokke (コロッケ) | Japanese Potato Croquettes

“Korokke”–Japanese potato croquettes–are a snack beloved by all ages in Japan, although they are especially popular with Japanese children. But […]

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Miso Salmon (味噌サーモン)
Miso Salmon (味噌サーモン)

This is a great quick and easy recipe that still packs plenty of flavor. You only need to marinate the […]

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Miso Soup (味噌汁)
Miso Soup (味噌汁)

Miso soup is a traditional Japanese soup consisting of seafood based stock called dashi (だし or 出汁) and miso paste […]

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last updated August 17, 2023