Kombu dashi is one of the most fundamental soup stocks in Japanese cooking — and it happens to be naturally vegan. Made with just water and kombu (dried kelp), this clear broth is full of gentle umami and forms the base of many Japanese dishes read more
Shiitake stock (shiitake dashi )is a flavorful Japanese soup stock made by soaking dried shiitake mushrooms. It’s naturally vegan, packed with umami, and ideal for soups, stews, hot pots, and noodle broths. If you’re looking for a plant-based alternative to bonito-based dashi, this is your read more
Miso Soup: A Cozy Taste of Japan There’s something comforting about a warm bowl of miso soup. This simple miso soup recipe uses dashi, tofu, wakame, and miso paste to create a light but flavorful Japanese soup that’s ready in minutes. Whether you’re making a read more
A Cozy Japanese Stew, Straight from Home This Tebamoto-ni recipe is a comforting Japanese dish made with chicken drumettes simmered in a sweet-savory soy broth. It’s one of my favorite easy home-style stews — full of umami and perfect with rice. 🍳✨ This is true read more
🍲 Katsuo Dashi (Japanese soup stock.) : The Heart of Japanese Cooking 🏠 Introduction: What is Katsuo Dashi? If you love Japanese food, there’s a good chance you’ve already tasted katsuo dashi — even if you didn’t know it!Katsuo dashi (Japanese Soup Stock) is a read more
Easter is the perfect time to bake something festive, fun, and irresistibly delicious—and these Easter Egg Chocolate Cookies tick all the boxes! Inspired by the joy of Easter egg hunts, these cookies are loaded with colorful mini egg chocolates nestled in soft, chewy cookie dough. read more
豆腐と鶏ひき肉のハンバーグ Tofu Chicken Hambagu is a comforting and nourishing dish that blends the lightness of tofu with the savory goodness of chicken mince. Growing up in Japan, hambagu was one of those classic meals often served at home and in lunch boxes—hearty, juicy, and full read more
The Story Behind My Homemade Ponzu Sauce Ponzu sauce has always been one of my favorite Japanese condiments — it’s tangy, citrusy, and packed with umami. Growing up in Japan, I loved dipping freshly cooked vegetables, tofu, or thin slices of meat into a little read more
A Taste of Home: Agedashi Tofu and My Daughter’s Favorite Dish Some dishes hold a special place in your heart not just for their flavor, but for the memories they bring. For me, Agedashi Tofu is one of those dishes — simple, comforting, and deeply read more
Easy Homemade Kimchi Recipe Today, I’m sharing my version of Napa Kimchi!When I lived in Japan, kimchi was something I always bought from the store—or I’d use Kimchi no Moto, a convenient sauce you simply pour over napa cabbage pickles, and voilà—it becomes kimchi. But read more
Bibimbap: A Journey Through History—From Korean Royal Courts to Japanese Tables I’ve never met a fellow Japanese person who doesn’t love Korean cuisine—and I’m certainly no exception. Whether it’s the vibrant, comforting flavors of Bibimbap or the spicy warmth of Sundubu Jjigae, Korean food has an irresistible appeal read more
Did you ever want to make your own sourdough bread? Look no further! You’ve come to the right place. I created this recipe using all-purpose flour, making it accessible and easy to try for beginners. But what’s the difference between all-purpose flour and bread flour? read more
Do you like Matcha? Yes, I do! But do I know enough about Matcha? So I did a little digging! The geeky part of me is always curious about the history of things, so when I set out to make matcha (green tea ) cookies, read more
What is Hiyashi Chuka? Hiyashi Chuka is a popular noodle dish enjoyed during Japan’s hot and humid summers. Hiyashi Chuka (冷やし中華) meaning “chilled Chinese,” is a refreshing cold noodle dish that originated in Japan. A brief history of Hiyashi Chuka… There are various theories about read more
What is Okonomiyaki? In Australia, okonomiyaki is often called a Japanese savory pancake. The name comes from the Japanese words “okonomi” (お好み), meaning “as you like it,” and “yaki” (焼き), meaning “grilled” or “cooked.” Okonomiyaki is a popular street food in Japan, easily found at read more
What should I use if I can’t find Okonomiyaki sauce? No worries! You can easily create your own version using BBQ sauce combined with a few pantry staples to replicate the flavor of okonomiyaki sauce. A little bit of history of Okonomiyaki sauce Japanese people read more
What should I do if I can’t find pre-made Okonomiyaki flour? No problem! You can easily whip it up from scratch using basic pantry staples. Plus, this way, you can ensure it’s completely vegetarian. For six years, my daughter followed a vegetarian diet, so I read more