Category: Traditional Japanese Dishes

Japanese donburi (丼ぶり) is a rice bowl dish topped with meat, seafood, or vegetables, often simmered in a flavorful sauce. The term don (丼) refers to rice served with toppings, symbolizing a complete meal in a deep bowl. Gyudon (牛丼) Gyudon features thinly sliced beef and onions simmered in a savory-sweet sauce, served over rice. It’s a comforting and… Read more

Oya (親), ko (子), and don (丼) literally translates to parent-child-bowl, referring to the use of both chicken (parent) and eggs (child) in the recipe. A little morbid, I know. It’s a type of donburi, which is a Japanese rice bowl dish typically served with various toppings. I grew up eating oyakodon, which is made… Read more

Curry udon is one of those heartwarming dishes that feels especially satisfying when enjoyed in Japan, particularly in those small, cozy eateries that seem tucked away from the bustling city streets. There’s something special about walking into a hole-in-the-wall shop, where you’re often greeted by the delicious aroma of curry and udon noodles simmering. These… Read more

Homemade Sushi Homemade sushi offers a fun, exciting way to enjoy Japanese cuisine right in your own kitchen. One of the greatest advantages of making sushi at home is its versatility. You can customize every aspect, from the type of rice and fish to the fillings and toppings, ensuring that the final product reflects your… Read more

It’s a common occurrence to come home to my mom making “Nabe,” (鍋) the Japanese word for hot pot. Mille-Feuille Nabe (ミルフィーユ鍋 ) is a Japanese hot pot dish that creatively layers ingredients to resemble a “thousand-leaf” (mille-feuille) structure, similar to the French pastry with the same name. Instead of pastry, the dish consists of… Read more

Korokke (コロッケ) is the Japanese adaptation of the French croquette, a breaded and deep-fried patty made from mashed potatoes or ground meat mixed with vegetables. It’s a popular comfort food in Japan and is typically enjoyed as a snack or as part of a meal, often served with tonkatsu sauce or Worcestershire sauce. Kabocha Korokke is… Read more

Korokke (コロッケ) is the Japanese adaptation of the French croquette, a breaded and deep-fried patty made from mashed potatoes or ground meat mixed with vegetables. It’s a popular comfort food in Japan and is typically enjoyed as a snack or as part of a meal, often served with tonkatsu sauce or Worcestershire sauce. My mom used… Read more