Yaki Udon is a comforting Japanese stir-fried noodle dish made with thick, chewy udon noodles tossed in a savory sauce. It's seriously my favorite (probably because udon noodles are my favorite noodle, so maybe I'm biased). Unlike soup-based udon dishes, Yaki Udon is...
There’s something so comforting about a Japanese curry rice bowl, and this curry donburi is one of my favorite ways to enjoy it. I recently saw @scallion__baby on Instagram create something similar to this recipe and I was immediately inspired to make my own version....
Agedashi Tofu is one of the most underrated Japanese dishes outside of Japan. At its core, it’s simply tofu that’s fried until delicate and crisp on the outside, then served in a savory dashi-based broth. But its simplicity is deceptive. The contrast between the...
Yakitori is one of Japan’s most beloved grilled foods: tender meat threaded onto skewers and brushed with a sweet-savory tare as they cook. I have many memories walking back to my apartment in Tokyo and stopping at a little stand that was just a block away for some...
This recipe comes from my husband's brother's wife (yes, my sister-in-law)! She's Chinese and shared her family's braised pork belly recipe with us one day, and I immediately asked her for the recipe. It's SO GOOD.It's her signature dish, and I can see why... I'm...
I came up with this dish completely on a whim one day, just combining flavors I love: nutty sesame, spicy chili oil, and refreshing cold noodles. It's been over 100 degrees Fahrenheit here where I live, so I've been in desperate need of cold noodle dishes! It's too...
Fukujinzuke (福神漬け) is a traditional Japanese pickle made by marinating a variety of vegetables in a sweet and savory soy sauce-based brine. Common ingredients include daikon, lotus root, cucumber, eggplant, and ginger. It creates a colorful mix of crisp, crunchy...
My Spicy Chinese Eggplant with Minced Pork is a classic and comforting dish featuring Chinese eggplants stir-fried until soft and golden, paired with seasoned minced pork cooked in a deeply flavorful sauce. It’s a staple in many Chinese households and can be found in...
This one-pan cabbage and rice dish is a simple, comforting meal where everything cooks together to create a savory, flavorful meal with minimal effort.Cabbage is one of the most versatile vegetables you can keep in your kitchen, and it shows up constantly across many...
With how hot and humid Japanese summers are, Hiyashi Chuka (冷やし中華) is the perfect summer dish. It consists of chilled ramen noodles topped with a variety of colorful ingredients. It’s a refreshing option, perfect to help you cool down. I sort of think of it as a...
1. How to Wrap Onigiri Like Japanese Convenience Stores Learn how to wrap onigiri using the same method as Japanese convenience stores to keep the seaweed perfectly crisp until you're ready to eat. 2. Hiyashi Chuka - Cold Noodle Salad A refreshing Japanese cold noodle...
This is one of my favorite dishes to eat in the summer when it’s hot out - Bibim Guksu (비빔국수), or Cold Spicy Korean Mixed Noodles. It’s light, refreshing, and packed with bold, spicy flavors that wake up your taste buds.Made with thin wheat noodles (typically...
Yaki Onigiri, or Japanese grilled rice balls, are a little twist on traditional onigiri (Japanese rice balls). After shaping rice into a triangle or oval, the rice balls are grilled. The outside then becomes golden brown and crisp. They're often brushed with a savory...
I’ve always loved how a few simple Japanese pantry staples can make everyday ingredients into something amazing. This Miso Ginger Pork Donburi does just that!! It's packed with savory, slightly sweet flavors from miso, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and onions. It's quick...
My Adobo Chicken Rice in a Rice Cooker is a simple, flavorful dish that combines the rich, tangy-sweet flavors of Filipino chicken adobo with the convenience of a one-pot meal. This recipe uses a rice cooker to cook both the rice and the chicken simultaneously, making...
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.
