Japanese Hot Pot Meal Prep

Make Japanese Hot Pot meal prep kits ahead and cook a full nabe straight from the freezer in 10 minutes. Rich dashi broth, chicken, and vegetables—ready anytime.

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Ramen Eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago) (Video) 味付け玉子

Learn how to make Ramen Eggs (Ajitsuke Tamago) with jammy yolks and a 4-ingredient soy marinade. This easy make-ahead recipe is a must-have ramen topping.

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Popular Japanese Recipes for Cherry Blossom Viewing (Hanami)

Celebrate hanami with easy, crowd-pleasing recipes made for spring gatherings. From picnic bites to Japanese sweets—everything you need for cherry blossom season.

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Simmered Tofu and Egg Rice Bowl

Simmered Tofu and Egg Rice Bowl is a cozy, budget-friendly dish with tofu and fluffy egg gently simmered in a savory dashi-based sauce and served over rice.

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Spicy Edamame スパイシー枝豆

Try my Spicy Edamame recipe with garlic, chili paste, and miso for bold izakaya-style flavor in minutes. An easy appetizer everyone will crave.

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Yaki Keema Curry (Japanese Baked Curry with Egg & Cheese)

Master this Yaki Keema Curry recipe at home! A Japanese baked curry rice casserole layered with savory keema, egg, and bubbly cheese for pure comfort.

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Soboro Don (Ground Chicken Bowl) そぼろ丼

Master Soboro Don at home! This 30-minute Japanese chicken rice bowl recipe with sweet-savory ground chicken and fluffy eggs is simple and satisfying.

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Chanko Nabe (Sumo Stew) ちゃんこ鍋

Master Chanko Nabe (Sumo Stew) at home with this authentic recipe! Discover Japan’s hearty hot pot—comforting, customizable, and perfect to share.

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Yakitori Don 焼き鳥丼

Yakitori Don recipe in 20 minutes! Juicy glazed chicken over rice with a sweet-savory sauce—an easy Japanese rice bowl everyone will love at home.

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Quick & Easy Chirashi Sushi ちらし寿司

Chirashi Sushi is a rice dish with a colorful medley of vegetables, egg crepe, and sashimi toppings. Learn to make my easy recipe at home.

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Chirashi Sushi 五目ちらし寿司

Master Chirashi Sushi at home with this festive Japanese scattered sushi recipe! Colorful, celebratory, and perfect for special occasions and parties.

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Tan Tan Udon

Tan Tan Udon recipe ready in 15 minutes! Unlock bold, creamy sesame flavor with this quick, satisfying noodle soup you can make at home.

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Spicy Shoyu Ramen ピリ辛醤油ラーメン

Craving ramen? Learn how to make Spicy Shoyu Ramen at home with a rich soy sauce broth and gentle heat. An easy, comforting recipe everyone will love.

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Inari Sushi いなり寿司

Master Inari Sushi at home—the easiest sushi recipe you can make! Sweet tofu pockets filled with sushi rice make this simple, comforting favorite.

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Tomato Bacon Pasta

A simple, savory Tomato Bacon Pasta that comes together fast with bright tomatoes and crisp bacon. Make this easy weeknight favorite at home with just a few pantry staples.

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Sake vs. Mirin: Key Differences and How to Use Them

Learn the key differences between sake and mirin, how each is used in Japanese cooking, and when to use them together for the best flavor.

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Ehomaki (Setsubun Sushi Roll) 恵方巻き

Make Ehomaki for Setsubun with this easy sushi roll recipe. Learn the meaning, seven lucky fillings, and how to enjoy this Japanese tradition at home.

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Homemade Spicy Mayo Recipe

Homemade Spicy Mayo recipe made with Japanese mayo and sriracha. Make this creamy, spicy sauce at home in just 1 minute with only 3 ingredients.

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Spicy Tuna Rolls

Spicy Tuna Rolls recipe made easy at home. Learn how to roll sushi with sashimi-grade tuna, perfect rice, and bold flavor everyone will love.

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16 Japanese Curry Recipes You’ll Love

Do you love a good curry? Here we've rounded up our most delicious Japanese curry recipes you'd want to make over and over again. 

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Kinako Mochi (Rice Cake with Soybean Flour) きな粉餅

Learn how to make easy Kinako Mochi at home with roasted soybean flour, sugar, and packaged plain mochi for a tasty Japanese rice cake snack.

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JOC Cooking Challenge December 2022

For our December 2022 JOC Cooking Challenge, we'll be making a well-loved Japanese dessert: Purin (Japanese Custard Pudding)!

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Healthy Dinner Recipes for a Fresh New Year

From plant-forward meals and vibrant salads to nourishing one-pot dishes and easy soups, this collection is filled with healthy dinner recipes that will become your go-to favorites all year long.

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Isobeyaki Mochi with Cheese 磯部焼き餅

Chewy Isobeyaki Mochi with Cheese at home with my quick recipe. Grill Japanese rice cake and add soy sauce, nori, and melty cheese for an umami punch.

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Yakimochi (How To Grill Kiri Mochi)

Learn to make toasted Japanese rice cakes using the stovetop or oven with my Yakimochi recipe: How to Grill Kiri Mochi.

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Zenzai (Sweet Red Bean Soup with Mochi) ぜんざい

Make my Zenzai (sweet red bean soup) recipe three easy ways with azuki beans and toasted mochi at home. It's a cozy winter Japanese dessert that everyone loves.

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Nanakusa Gayu (Seven Herb Rice Porridge) 七草粥

Reset after Japanese New Year with my Nanakusa Gayu recipe. This comforting seven herb rice porridge is easy to make and loved for its healing, gentle flavor.

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