Genmai (Brown Rice) Recipe
Genmai, or brown rice, is of course the healthier choice than its white counterpart, however not everyone likes it. Few people dislike regular rice, but there are many who don’t like brown rice out there. How about you?
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Ochazuke Recipe
Ochazuke is a light meal or simple snack made by pouring hot green tea over steamed rice and savory toppings like salmon flakes or umeboshi (pickled plum). It’s not really “cooking” in the traditional sense — it’s more of a make-it-at-the-table kind of dish, using whatever ingredients you have on hand. Ochazuke is incredibly easy…
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Salmon Flakes Recipe
Salmon flakes are pan-fried, moisture-reduced salmon that make a great topping for steamed rice. Strongly seasoned with salt, they resemble furikake rice seasoning and are not only perfect for rice but also for various dishes like pasta and salad. While not meant to be served as an entrée, salmon flakes are a convenient and versatile…
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Kabocha Gohan (kabocha squash rice) Recipe
Kabocha, the sweet Japanese squash, is a very versatile vegetable. You can simmer it in seasoned dashi broth (Kabocha no Nimono), or use it for salads, Tempura, or sweets like cakes and pies. It is great to know a variety of recipes, because using up a whole Kabocha can be challenging.
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Katsu Curry and Rice Recipe
Katsu Curry is Curry and Rice with Tonkatsu (deep fried pork). It is a very popular and staple dish on the menu at curry restaurants in Japan. I don’t know anybody who doesn’t like it. I’d love to eat Katsu Curry as often as I could, but also try very hard not to because it’s…
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Omurice Recipe
Omurice (オムライス), short for “omelet rice,” is a dish made of ketchup-flavored fried rice wrapped in a thin, crepe-like egg. It’s a type of yōshoku—Western-style cuisine developed in Japan—and was first created in the early 1900s. For over 100 years, it’s been a favorite comfort food in Japan, especially loved by kids!
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Inarizushi (Inari sushi) Recipe
Inarizushi (いなり寿司) or Inari Sushi is a popular type of sushi or rice ball. Seasoned sushi rice is stuffed into sweet-and-savory simmered Aburaage (fried tofu pouches). While inarizushi is technically sushi, it’s not typically found at upscale sushi restaurants. Instead, it’s readily available at supermarket delis and takeout sushi stores. Inarizushi is a casual, everyday…
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Oyakodon Recipe
Oyako Donburi (親子丼ぶり)or Oyakodon (親子丼) in short is chicken and egg cooked in sweet and salty broth over steamed rice in a bowl. Chicken is simmered with vegetables such as green onions or brown onions, and is often garnished with various toppings. It’s easy to make at home, and can also be enjoyed at many…
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Onigiri (Rice Ball) Recipe
Onigiri (おにぎり), often called rice ball in English, is steamed rice that is formed into different for shapes with various fillings and wrapped with Nori roasted seaweed. It’s a quick light meal or satisfying snack you can make yourself or buy at many stores in Japan.
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California Roll Recipe
The California Roll is a type of rolled sushi that typically features crab meat (or imitation crab sticks), cucumber, avocado, and roasted Nori (seaweed) tucked inside. The outside is often coated with sesame seeds or fish roe (tobiko or masago), adding a bit of texture and visual appeal.More than just popular, the California Roll has become a staple of American cuisine—so much…
