Wednesday, 3 June 2026

Kombu Dashi (Video) 昆布だし

Two glass jars filled with a light yellow Kombu Dashi, one containing pieces of dried kelp. Strips of dried kelp and a checkered cloth napkin lie on a white marble surface nearby.

Learn how to make kombu dashi, a vegan Japanese soup stock. An easy, two-ingredient base for miso soup, noodles, and stews.

READ: Kombu Dashi (Video) 昆布だし

Sunday, 31 May 2026

Zaru Udon (Cold Udon with Dipping Sauce) ざるうどん

A plate of zaru udon (cold udon) sits on a bamboo mat with ice cubes, garnished with maple leaves. Chopsticks rest nearby, and dipping sauce, green onions, wasabi, and condiments are arranged on a wooden table.

Zaru Udon (Cold Udon) is a refreshing Japanese noodle recipe with thick, chewy noodles and a savory mentsuyu dipping sauce. Ready in 15 minutes.

READ: Zaru Udon (Cold Udon with Dipping Sauce) ざるうどん

Saturday, 30 May 2026

Zaru Soba (Cold Soba with Dipping Sauce) ざるそば

A red tray of Zaru Soba (Cold Soba) features white and green soba noodles topped with sliced seaweed, placed on a bamboo mat beside a bowl of dipping sauce, wasabi, and chopped scallions. Chopsticks rest alongside the tray.

This Zaru Soba recipe is the ultimate cold soba with dipping sauce—chewy buckwheat noodles and homemade mentsuyu, ready in 15 minutes.

READ: Zaru Soba (Cold Soba with Dipping Sauce) ざるそば

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

How to Thicken Sauce and Soup (Cornstarch Slurry)

A hand pours a bowl of white liquid into a pot with small turnips, ground meat, and brown broth on the stovetop—demonstrating how to thicken sauce and soup with cornstarch slurry.

How to Thicken Sauce and Soup (Cornstarch Slurry)—learn the perfect ratio, substitute tips, and technique for a smooth, lump-free result every time.

READ: How to Thicken Sauce and Soup (Cornstarch Slurry)

Monday, 25 May 2026

20 Essential Japanese Vegetables (with Substitutes and Recipes)

A woven basket filled with unique Japanese vegetables, including napa cabbage, daikon radish, Japanese sweet potato, zucchini, kabocha squash, green onions, taro, mizuna, and shungiku.

Learn about the traditional Japanese vegetables with cooking tips, substitutions, and recipes to bring authentic Japanese flavors home.

READ: 20 Essential Japanese Vegetables (with Substitutes and Recipes)

Wednesday, 20 May 2026

Japanese Cheesecake (Video) スフレチーズケーキ

A slice of fluffy Japanese Cheesecake on a white plate with a gold fork, with the rest of the Japanese cheesecake recipe on a glass stand in the background. A cup of coffee and greenery are also visible.

Japanese Cheesecake recipe—light, jiggly soufflé cheesecake baked in a water bath. Step-by-step tips for perfect texture every time at home.

READ: Japanese Cheesecake (Video) スフレチーズケーキ

Sunday, 17 May 2026

How to Season and Care for a Shokupan Loaf Pan

A rectangular metal container with a sliding lid sits on a light surface. The container has a small illustration of a cat and some smudges on its side. Nearby are kitchen tools, including a grater and a wooden rolling pin.

Learn how to season and care for a Japanese shokupan loaf pan with my step-by-step guide for a non-stick coating and years of perfect baking.

READ: How to Season and Care for a Shokupan Loaf Pan