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  Tuna Takikomi Gohan: a Japanese one-pot recipe

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Rice & Donburi

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  Takikomigohan, which literally means ‘rice cooked with’, is a complete Japanese family meal in which rice is cooked directly with seasoning, vegetables and meat or fish. 

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  Kikurage Simmered Black Mushrooms

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Salads & vegetables

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  Kikurage Simmered Black Mushrooms is a simple and flavorful Japanese side dish, perfect for serving with a bowl of white rice. "Kikurage" refers to black mushrooms in Japanese, and in this recipe, they are simmered in a rich and aromatic sauce, blending the sweetness of mirin and sake, the depth of soy sauce, the warmth of grated ginger, and the umami of dashi. This dish is prized for its unique texture and its ability to absorb all the flavors of the sauce, offering a comforting and...

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  Tofu chocolate mousse

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Sweet, Tofu & miso

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  Chocolate mousse is a classic dessert, but have you ever tried a silken tofu version? This Japanese recipe reinterprets this classic with a light and creamy touch, perfect for a gourmet meal ending without heaviness. Silken tofu, the key ingredient in this mousse, offers an incredible texture and allows you to enjoy this dessert guilt-free.

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  Hojicha Crème Brûlée

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Sweet

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  Discover a new take on Crème Brûlée, infused with the unique flavors of Hojicha tea. This dessert features a creamy texture paired with a crispy caramelized sugar crust, making it a truly original treat.

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  Kinpira gobo 🎬

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Salads & vegetables

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  Kinpira Gobo is a family-style Japanese side dish, still relatively unknown outside of Japan. It mainly consists of burdock root (gobo) and carrots cut into julienne strips, stir-fried in a sweet and savory sauce made from soy sauce, mirin, and sugar, often with a touch of chili. Easy and quick to prepare, it also keeps well, making it a very popular accompaniment in Japanese bentos for lunch. Kinpira Gobo is appreciated for its crunchy texture and pronounced umami flavors, often served...

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  Zenzai

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Sweet

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  Zenzai is a soup made from azuki beans, the consistency of which can vary from thick to thin, with soft mochi balls floating in it. 

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  Kinako Ame: Traditional Japanese Candy

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Sweet

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  Kinako Ame are small Japanese treats made with just three ingredients: roasted soybean flour (“kinako”), black sesame seeds, and a liquid sweetener. This Japanese recipe is quick to make and requires no cooking.

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  Nasu Dengaku

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  Nasu Dengaku is a classic Japanese dish that highlights eggplant, "Nasu" in Japanese, elevated by a rich and flavorful miso sauce called "Dengaku." This recipe perfectly exemplifies the simplicity and elegance of Japanese cuisine, offering a harmonious balance between the tender eggplant and the umami, sweet, and slightly salty notes of the sauce. Quick and easy to prepare, Nasu Dengaku can be enjoyed as a side dish or a light main course. The versatile Dengaku sauce also pairs wonderfully...

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  Konnyaku Itame: Spicy Konjac

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Salads & vegetables

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  Here is a traditional Japanese recipe for spicy stir-fried konjac—it’s healthy, light, and incredibly flavorful. 

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  Matcha Green Tea Roll Cake

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Sweet

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  If you love roll cakes and the flavor of matcha, you'll fall in love with this Matcha Roll Cake recipe: a Japanese matcha roll cake!

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  Ocean freshness: a quick and healthy shrimp & lettuce salad

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Salads & vegetables

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  Shrimp lettuce is a simple and quick Japanese dish to prepare, perfect for a light meal or appetizer. Combining the freshness of crisp lettuce with the tenderness of marinated shrimp, all enhanced by a flavorful dashi-based sauce, this recipe offers a delicate balance of flavors and textures. It's an excellent way to enjoy a healthy and delicious dish inspired by Japanese flavors.

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  Matcha biscuits 🍵

  Posted in: Japanese recipes, Sweet

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  Green tea biscuits are a delicious way to savor the flavors of Japan. Infused with matcha, this unique powdered green tea, they offer a subtle bitterness balanced by the sweetness of sugar and the richness of butter. Perfect for accompanying a cup of tea, these biscuits are a true culinary journey, combining tradition and indulgence in a small, crispy, and fragrant bite.

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