Saturday, 5 July 2025

What is Dashi and How to Make It

A bamboo tray with dried kombu, shiitake mushrooms, small fish, and bonito flakes sits on a white surface, surrounded by measuring cups and bottles filled with golden and clear broths. A striped cloth is nearby.

In my guide What is Dashi and How to Make It, I’ll explain the six types of Japanese soup stock and how to use them in Japanese recipes.

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Friday, 4 July 2025

Japanese Potato Salad (Video) ポテトサラダ

A bowl of Japanese potato salad with visible chunks of potato, ham, boiled egg, cucumber, and carrot, placed on a rustic plate beside wooden utensils and a beaded decoration.

With a colorful array of fresh vegetables, my easy Japanese Potato Salad recipe has a rich and creamy texture and well-rounded flavor.

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Chicken Katsu (Video) チキンカツ

A plate of crispy breaded chicken cutlets drizzled with sauce, served with shredded cabbage, tomato wedges, chopsticks, and a small dish of creamy dressing on a wooden table.

My Chicken Katsu recipe is a classic Japanese cutlet of tender chicken breast breaded in light, airy panko and fried until crisp and golden.

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