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Yakiniku Japanese BBQ Sauce Recipe

Yakiniku Japanese barbecue sauce

Yakiniku sauce, a dipping sauce for Japanese BBQ, is a soy sauce-based sauce infused with rich flavors of garlic, sesame, and other spices. It serves as a fantastic accompaniment for Teppanyaki meats and vegetables, Yakiniku BBQ, and beyond. It’s almost like a multi-purpose sauce that can elevate many dishes such as stir-fried vegetables, salads, and simple pan-fried meats. Having Yakiniku BBQ Sauce in your Japanese pantry ensures that your dishes will consistently taste delicious without the need to adjust or match many different seasonings.

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9 Most Popular Japanese Bread Recipes

An Pan

Bread may not be a traditional Japanese food like rice, but it has been an important part of the Japanese food culture for decades. More people eat bread than rice for breakfast, and there are many bakeries that specialize in Japanese-style fluffy bread or European-style artisan bread everywhere in Japan. Bakeries are usually inside or in front of major train stations so that people can pick up some freshly baked bread for the next day’s breakfast after work. If you have traveled to Japan, you may have noticed the irresistible smell of freshly baked bread when you get off a train or walk on a neighborhood street. For those of us who do not live near Japanese bakeries, we have some easy-to-follow bread recipes here.

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Broccoli Beef Stir-Fry Recipe

Broccoli Beef Stir Fry

Broccoli and beef stir-fry is a staple Japanese home-cooked dish. Similar to the Chinese classic, broccoli and beef with oyster sauce stir-fry, which is one of the most popular Chinese dishes of all time, our version is less saucy and lightly flavored, making it perfect for everyday dinners or packed Bento lunches. Its taste is simple and fresh, and no one will complain when it appears on the table frequently.

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Chicken Shogayaki (Ginger Chicken)

Ginger Chicken

Chicken Shogayaki (鶏の生姜焼き) or ginger chicken is sautéed chicken and onion in a ginger-soy flavored sauce. Just like Ginger Pork and Ginger Beef, this is a popular meat entree for everyday dinner in Japan. The taste of spicy ginger and lightly sweet savory sauce perfectly complements steamed rice. Along with some miso soup (find your favorite from many miso soups in our library!), you have a nutritious and delightful meal. The dish can be done in a matter of 10-15 minutes, so it’s easily made after work or school on busy weekdays. The typical and best side vegetable for Ginger Chicken is shredded cabbage, which adds a refreshing crunch to the meal, but a green salad would do too if that’s easier. If you don’t know what to cook, this is it! Hope you give it a try!

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Miso Soup with Harusame (glass noodles)

Miso Soup with Harusame

Today’s miso soup features Harusame glass noodles. Harusame (春雨) are smooth and glutenous noodles made from potato starch. Harusame is typically sold as hard, dried white sticks, but once cooked, they becomes soft and clear noodles. Harusame literally means “spring rain” in Japanese, which is quite poetic. Harusame is often used in Nabe hot pot dishes or salad in Japanese cuisine, but it’s also great in miso soup. As long as it’s not a large amount added to the soup (as it will absorb liquid), there’s no need to rehydrate it beforehand. We also added Fu (麩), glutenous wheat bread, which tastes like soft croutons in the soup but acts more like a garnish here. Flower-shaped Fu, as used in the recipe, adds a splash of color, perfect for springtime. We hope you give it a try!

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Mushizushi (Steamed Sushi) Recipe

Mushi Zushi (Steamed Sushi)

Mushizushi refers to sushi where Barazushi (mixed sushi with cooked vegetables) is placed in a steamer and served warm. In winter, the steam rising from the steamer placed outside sushi restaurants in Kyoto and elsewhere has been known as a seasonal tradition in the Kansai region (western Japan). By warming it up, the sourness of the vinegar becomes milder, resulting in a gentle taste. The rice also becomes plump and flavorful. While traditional Barazushi is always delicious, steamed sushi offers a unique flavor experience.

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Scrambled Egg Onigiri

Scrambled Egg Onigiri

This Onigiri rice ball is made with steamed white rice mixed with scrambled eggs, chopped green onion, and sesame seeds. It is a simple dish you can make anytime, and it’s perfect for breakfast or lunch. Salt is the only seasoning used in this recipe, but you can also add a bit of soy sauce or mayonnaise in the mix to add more flavors if you like.

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5 Best Japanese Salad Dressing Recipes

Wasabi Dressing

If you ever wonder where you can get the kind of salad dressings that are served at every Japanese steakhouse or restaurant, these recipes are perfect for you to try. While there are some bottled Japanese dressings available at grocery stores, they are not exactly the same as restaurant-style dressings. You may be surprised that these dressings are so easy to make at home with simple and fresh ingredients. Hope you try them soon!

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Vegetable Korokke Recipe

Vegetable Korokke

Vegetable Korokke (野菜コロッケ) is a deep-fried dish consisting of mashed potato and vegetables with a crispy outer layer of Panko bread crumbs. While our regular Korokke typically include meat such as ground beef or pork, this version is vegetarian-friendly. By substituting butter in the recipe with vegetable oil, it can also be transformed into a vegan dish.

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