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Apple and Plum combined with ice sugar all all you need to create the sweet and delicious syrup.
Cool and refreshing, simple and sophisticated, who can say no to iced tea on a hot day? I use my own homemade syrup for this recipe which is also incredibly easy to make.
Prepared azuki beans, known as anko, can be blended with espresso and milk to create a creamy, dreamy latte that can be enjoyed anytime.
When stocking your pantry for Japanese cooking it is essential to have the key ingredients available within arms reach.
Knowing about the many vegetables used in Japanese cooking will enhance your ability to create authentic dishes.
White rice, brown rice, short/medium/long grain rice, mochi rice.
Curious about what makes Japanese knives a favorite of professional chefs? Learn about how to choose your own.
Curious about what makes Japanese knives a favorite of professional chefs? Learn about how to choose your own.
Life on a predominantly mountainous island has had a huge effect on Japanese cuisine.
The sweet indulgence requires no baking.
Lemon Chicken and Harusame (rice noodles), combines chicken, vegetables and noodles in a delicious lemony white wine chicken broth.
Cold Somen noodles served with Japanese dipping sauce (tsuyu) Is a traditional Japanese dish that can be enjoyed on a hot summer day.
This refreshing and healthy smoothie is made with azuki beans, blueberries, banana yogurt and flaxseed.
Japanese sandwiches are much like sandwiches anywhere else, but there are a few special touches that make them uniquely delicious.
Mixed sashimi made with fresh maguro, salmon and scallops served with shredded daikon, fresh shiso leaves and homemade sushi gari.
Japanese cucumber salad made with fresh cucumbers sliced julienne style, mixed with ‘wafu’ dressing and topped with fresh shiso leaves.
Smoked Fish Dip, made with smoked bonito, delicious and lemony, served with vegetable sticks or crackers.
I have been making this dish for over 20 years now, and it is absolutely perfect.