If you're looking for a delicious, healthy, and low-maintenance meal, my Teriyaki Salmon & Broccoli on Rice made in a rice cooker is your answer. This one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights when you want something tasty without spending hours in the...
Growing up, sometimes my family teased me for being Japanese and loving Cup Noodle. But I don't really blame them because I ate it an obscene amount (I went through a phase). I still love me a good, classic, high-quality ramen, but sometimes it's nice to eat some...
My Sticky Sesame Ginger Chicken Meatballs are savory, sweet, and full of bold Asian-inspired flavor. Juicy ground chicken is mixed with garlic, ginger, scallions, and a healthy dose of soy sauce for a simple but flavorful base. A touch of panko gives the meatballs...
Smash gyoza is a fun and crispy twist on classic Japanese dumplings, taking inspiration from the viral “smash burger” trend. Instead of being neatly pleated and pan-fried upright like traditional gyoza, these dumplings are pressed flat - or “smashed” - directly onto a...
If you’ve ever stepped into a Japanese convenience store in the winter, chances are you’ve spotted a hot case near the register filled with soft, pillowy steamed buns.Among the classics like nikuman (meat buns) and anman (sweet red bean buns) is the "Pizzaman" (ピザマン)....
These little mochi balls are soft and chewy on the inside, slightly crisp on the outside, and generously coated in cinnamon sugar while still warm. The Japanese sweet potato adds a natural sweetness and richness that pairs so well with the chewy mochi texture. This...
My Easy Salmon and Edamame Rice Cooker Recipe has quickly become one of my favorite weeknight dinners. It’s a simple, one-pot recipe that delivers on both flavor and convenience.Everything cooks together in the rice cooker—salmon, edamame, and rice infused with soy...
My chocolate mochi brownies are the perfect fusion of classic fudgy brownies and chewy Japanese mochi.Made with glutinous rice flour, they have a distinctive bounce and satisfying chew that sets them apart from anything made with regular wheat flour. The texture is...
If you're looking for an easy, flavorful protein to meal prep or whip up on a busy weeknight, my Instant Pot Shredded Teriyaki Chicken is what you've been looking for!With simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you get juicy, tender chicken that’s been infused...
My Mille-Feuille Nabe in a rice cooker is a total game-changer for anyone who has limited space in their kitchen or wants a set-it-and-forget-it meal.The name "Mille-Feuille Nabe" comes from two parts: mille feuille, which means “a thousand layers”...
My classic Hawaiian Butter Mochi is a beloved treat that's equal parts nostalgic comfort food and unique cultural fusion. With its chewy, bouncy texture and rich, buttery flavor, butter mochi stands out from other desserts. It's so unique and a...
My Crispy Chicken Rice Paper Dumplings are a perfect balance of crispy and chewy, filled with a flavorful mixture of ground chicken, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, and green onions. Infused with ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and sesame oil, each bite is packed with umami...
If you love a good balance of crispy, creamy, and spicy, my Crispy Sushi Rice Bites with Sriracha Mayo Shrimp will hit all the right notes.The golden, crunchy rice base provides the perfect foundation for the flavorful shrimp on top. Each bite is a mix...
Nikuman (肉マン), or Japanese steamed pork buns, are one of my all-time favorite convenience store foods in Japan.They're fluffy, pillowy buns filled with a savory mixture of seasoned ground pork and other vegetables (typically onions, mushrooms, cabbage, bamboo shoots,...
My Kewpie-Glazed Salmon features a perfect blend of Kewpie mayo, Dijon mustard, and soy sauce, creating a flavorful glaze that coats the salmon beautifully.The glaze caramelizes to a golden, slightly crispy exterior, while the salmon remains tender and juicy on the...
Kyrié is a half-Japanese food content creator and avid home cook who specializes in Asian cuisine, with a focus on Japanese. She loves developing recipes and sharing approachable yet authentic meals. When she’s not in the kitchen, she’s helping her husband Jeff tend to their garden, or on some artistic venture.
