How to Make Tofu Chicken Hambagu – Japanese style Hamburger Steak

How to Make Tofu Chicken Hambagu – Japanese style Hamburger Steak

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

How to Make Homemade Ponzu (ポン酢の作り方)

How to Make Homemade Ponzu (ポン酢の作り方)

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

How to Make Agedashi Tofu (揚げ出し豆腐の作り方)

How to Make Agedashi Tofu (揚げ出し豆腐の作り方)

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

How to make Hiyashi Chuka-Cold Ramen (冷やし中華)

How to make Hiyashi Chuka-Cold Ramen (冷やし中華)

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

How to Make Osaka Style Okonomiyaki(お好み焼き) – Japanese Savory Pancake

How to Make Osaka Style Okonomiyaki(お好み焼き) – Japanese Savory Pancake

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

How to make Okonomiyaki sauce

How to make Okonomiyaki sauce

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

How to make Okonomiyaki flour from scratch

How to make Okonomiyaki flour from scratch

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