Monday, 17 August 2026

Yuzu Kosho (Homemade Japanese Yuzu Pepper) 柚子胡椒

A glass jar filled with vibrant green yuzu kosho paste, made from a traditional Yuzu Kosho Recipe, sits on a wooden tray beside a wooden spoon and a whole green citrus fruit. Plates and utensils are arranged in the background.

Yuzu kosho is my go-to Japanese condiment this summer. Make it easily at home with three simple ingredients to add punchy, zesty flavor to any dish.

READ: Yuzu Kosho (Homemade Japanese Yuzu Pepper) 柚子胡椒

Thursday, 13 August 2026

Umeboshi Onigiri (Plum Rice Ball) (Midnight Diner) 小梅のおにぎり

Two Umeboshi Onigiri (Plum Rice Balls), inspired by Midnight Diner, with red seasoning sit on a pale-green plate, accompanied by green chopsticks. A wooden table, pickled garnish, water glass, and small dishes are visible in the background.

A Midnight Diner regular devoured ten pickled plums in one scene, and I couldn't resist racing to the kitchen to recreate Master's rice ball snack!

READ: Umeboshi Onigiri (Plum Rice Ball) (Midnight Diner) 小梅のおにぎり

Monday, 10 August 2026

Omurice (Japanese Omelette Rice) (Video) オムライス

An oval plate containing Omurice (Japanese Omelette Rice) drizzled with Japanese ketchup.

Omurice is my go-to Japanese comfort food. Discover the simple technique for making perfectly silky eggs every time.

READ: Omurice (Japanese Omelette Rice) (Video) オムライス

Wednesday, 5 August 2026

Wonton Soup (Video) ワンタンスープ

a large bowl containing shrimp and wonton soup along with the condiments.

Juicy shrimp and pork wontons in savory broth. Features an easy folding technique and freezer tricks for quick weeknight meals!

READ: Wonton Soup (Video) ワンタンスープ

Monday, 3 August 2026

Black Sesame Tantanmen (Dan Dan Noodles) 黒胡麻担々麺

A bowl of Black Sesame Dan Dan Noodles topped with minced meat, bok choy, bean sprouts, sliced green onions, garlic chips, and sesame seeds, with chopsticks resting on the bowl.

This ramen staple comes together quickly for a comforting weeknight meal. I'll show you how to build a creamy broth and cook the veggie toppings in one pot.

READ: Black Sesame Tantanmen (Dan Dan Noodles) 黒胡麻担々麺

Friday, 31 July 2026

Tofu

Tofu | Easy Japanese Recipes at JustOneCookbook.com

Tofu is more than a meat substitute. This complete guide to Japanese tofu covers the types, prep tips, and how to cook it at home.

READ: Tofu

Wednesday, 29 July 2026

Black Sesame Ice Cream 黒ゴマのアイスクリーム

Three scoops of black sesame ice cream in a ceramic bowl, garnished with fresh mint and a sprinkle of black sesame seeds, sit beside a wooden spoon on a patterned napkin.

Ceamy, nutty, sweet, and savory, this Japanese Black Sesame Ice Cream recipe is easy to make at home with my step-by-step instructions.

READ: Black Sesame Ice Cream 黒ゴマのアイスクリーム