Vegetarian Ramen (Vegetarian Tantanmen)

Who says you have to say good bye to creamy ramen broth if you’re going plant-based? Here’s a vegetarian version of spicy tantanmen for you to enjoy!

Creamy Uni Udon (Sea Urchin Udon)

Uni or Sea Urchin: the truffle of the sea—this is one of my favorite delicacies. It has a mild, delicate taste and the creamy texture goes well with pasta or noodles in general. In fact, the flavor is quite mild that it’s easy for another ingredient to overpower it.  It’s also interesting to note that…

My Love Affair with Noodles: Mushroom and Scallions in Miso Butter Yaki Udon

This is one of the dishes that I’ve created from experimenting with noodles over and over. The rich umami goodness, coupled with the chewy, springy bite from the udon made it one of my favorites.

Simmered Chicken and Vegetables (Chikuzen-ni/Game-ni) がめ煮

A popular household dish in Japan which is usually eaten in the New Year, this simple dish is warming, hearty and delicious.

Japanese Sliced Beef Curry – Coco Ichibanya Style

This is another recipe hack inspired by the curry of Coco Ichibanya. Mildly spicy and slightly sweet, this Japanese dish is favorite among households in Japan.

Mentaiko Spaghetti

Mentaiko Spaghetti is another non traditional Japanese dish that originated from a restaurant in Tokyo named Kabe-No-Ana (“hole in the wall”) which opened in 1963 serving italian pasta with Japanese-style sauces.* This is another example of a Japanese fusion success as it is widely popular in Japan and loved by Japanese foodies. But what is…

Chizu Korokke (Japanese Cheese Potato Croquette)

One of the dishes that I’ve decided to make for the modern Japanese feast is one that is called Korokke. Crunchy on the outside and soft inside, these small bites are a good way to start off the night.

A Modern Japanese Feast and the Importance of Meal Prep

Cooked a Modern Japanese Dinner for a few friends. Before sharing any recipe, I had a few kitchen realizations that I would like to share