What are some of your go-to quick lunches? My favorite light and fuss-free lunch is this easy and refreshing Soba Noodles Salad (蕎麦サラダ), which is ready in less than 20 minutes. Craving more noodles recipes? Try my Yakisoba (Japanese stir-fried noodles), Miso Ramen, and Beef Udon. Why I Love This Recipe It’s quick to make! You can make the sauce and chop the garnish while boiling water. Pantry-friendly. Ingredients are something that I already have in the refrigerator and pantry, so I can always make it any time....

At the dinner party you host next time, your steak will be perfect. Whether you are cooking for two or for a large party, no sweat. Everyone will get a perfectly cooked steak on their plate. How is that possible? I’ll show you how I make Japanese-Style Sous Vide Steaks or Wafu Steak (和風ステーキ). What’s Sous Vide? Sous vide (/suːˈviːd/; French for “under vacuum”) cooking is a method of cooking in which vacuum-sealed food is placed in a temperature-controlled water bath....

It is also made in other parts of India and it has various names - Thayir (curd) Sadam (rice) in Tamil, Daddojanam in Andhra Pradesh, and Dahi (curd) bhaath/chawal (rice) in Hindi. The consistency of yogurt rice is like a loose porridge or oatmeal. The gains are not separate like one would want for biryani or pulao. It’s more like one homogenous mixture. It’s a comfort food that’s easy and light on the stomach which is why it is safe for infants and toddlers (normally given as first food) and the elderly people because it’s easy for them to chew and swallow....

If you enjoy this recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. Thai soups aren’t usually thick and heavy. They’re brothier, typically, filled with all sorts of goodness, tasty morsels floating in your bowl, just waiting to be scooped up with your spoon. There is something magical about the combination of coconut milk, chicken broth and Thai curry paste that comes together in a bowl of soup....

Before the strawberry season is over, I have two more strawberry recipes, including this one, to share with you. It’s been so difficult to decide what two recipes to share every week. I have several recipes that I cooked and photographed but haven’t had the time to edit or write to make them into a post. Hopefully, when both of my children go to school for the whole day, I can post my recipes more frequently (but that will not happen for another 2 years…)....

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Cranberry meatball recipe video PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Why I love cranberry meatballs I love meatballs. I would request them as my birthday dinner for every single one of my birthday growing up so I’m thrilled to share this holiday worthy Cranberry Meatball recipe just in time for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years Eve because these meatballs are the perfect make ahead appetizer that everyone will be begging you for – just like I used to beg my mom to make her famous meatballs growing up....

Chana Masala 🎥 Ingredients needed 🧾 How to make it 🔪 More chickpeas recipes Recipe 📖 My curried chickpea salad is very similar yet very different from the traditional Chana masala recipe. It’s called Tawa chole, Chana Chaat, or Curried Chickpea Salad! This is my go-to recipe when I am not in the mood to make elaborate chana masala. The Chickpea Sundal is a South Indian variation of this dry salad-like dish....

To kick off my Osechi Ryori Recipe Series (おせち料理), I’d like to start with a classic dish called Tazukuri (田作り) or candied anchovies. These anchovies are crunchy, sweet, and deeply savory, which make them a fantastic snack to enjoy along with the other delicacies served as part of the Japanese New Year’s foods. If you love munching on little bites with cold beer or sake on New Year’s Day, you will love tazukuri!...

It’s getting warmer. I left the house without my puffer the other day. It felt quite liberating. Don’t laugh. Not unless you get winters like ours in which case it is a laughter of commiseration and I sort of want to fist bump you. Note to self: fist bumping is generally unnecessary unless you’re mimicking Baymax and Hiro from Big Hero 6 and it’s just you and your kids. Anyway back to the great weather....

When people around the world think of Japanese food, sushi is surely one of the first dishes that springs to mind. Sushi is more than just a few rolls of fish, rice, and seaweed — in fact, it’s united by the use of rice seasoned with sweetened vinegar. And, despite its often beautiful presentation, it’s not too difficult to make at home, especially when you have the best sushi-making kits in your kitchen arsenal....

If you enjoy my easy chicken marinade recipe, I hope you’ll leave a comment with some STARS. Also, please share it on social media. Don’t forget to tag us at #ChiliPepperMadness. I’ll be sure to share! Thanks! – Mike H. Marinating your chicken before grilling it up is a smart way to ensure a juicy, tender and flavorful meal. There are many options for marinating, but this spicy bbq chicken marinade that will REALLY spice it up for you....

Watch How to Make Taco Salad The LETTUCE Romaine lettuce. Taco Salad begins with a crunchy lettuce base. I prefer Romaine because it’s sturdy, cool and crunchy and holds up for an extended period of time without becoming soggy. Other lettuce options. You may also choose iceberg lettuce or half iceberg lettuce and half Romaine lettuce. When using lettuce, discard any flimsy outer leaves for the crunchiest lettuce. The Meat options Ground beef....

The lack of exercise along with late-night blogging and snacking at weird hours this past year added some pounds on me. Therefore my only new year resolution for 2012 is to live and eat healthy by sleeping earlier, doing exercise regularly, and controlling the portion of food I eat. I think we eat pretty healthy since I cook almost every meal and the majority of meals are low-fat Japanese dishes....

If you’re like me, who discovered Hayao Miyazaki’s animated films as a child, you could say that the works of Studio Ghibli have shaped and sparked a sliver of our imagination. The profound storytelling and exquisite visual beauty have captured the hearts and imaginations of people across cultures. Just when I thought the fantastical world only existed in his films, the new Studio Ghibli theme park brought the magic of his creations from the big screen to real life!...

Alongside ramen, sushi is often taken as synonymous with Japanese cuisine outside of Japan. In fact, sushi is so common these days that you can easily pick up a take-away package at your local grocery store. Its popularity around the world is evident. But besides what you may already know about sushi, there is so much more to explore. Let’s take a closer look today! What is Sushi? Mention sushi, a lot of people immediately think of raw fish....

Well when my ultra thin cookies came out of the oven they had none of the lacy beauty of the ones above which obviously led me to fervently googling other blogs to see what their results looked like. Apparently many were quite close to mine. After breathing a confused sigh of relief I realized that the picture in the book is the back of the cookie. Oh Alice Medrich you are so sneaky....

Uni (雲丹) [pronounced ‘oo-nee’] is the Japanese name for the edible parts of sea urchin. It comes in various colors, from pale yellow to vivid orange, and tastes like a salty and creamy umami bomb. In Japan, it’s a prized ingredient eaten as gunkan maki (軍艦巻き “battleship roll”) sushi with nori seaweed wrapped around sushi rice and topped with uni or other delicate fillings. It’s also eaten in sashimi or as a decadent garnish for seafood dishes....

This 10-Minute Udon Noodle Soup recipe is at the top of my son’s list for our Easy College Meal Series. He loves that it’s simple, nutritious, and filling. It really hits the spot when he wants a piping-hot bowl of homey comfort! I’ll show you how to make this classic Japanese meal in no time and customize it with your favorite toppings. Craving more easy Japanese noodle soups? Try my popular Soba Noodle Soup, Nabeyaki Udon, and Beef Udon recipes!...

One of the most enjoyable parts of the Japanese New Year is the amazing spread of food every family puts together for the holiday. While Osechi Ryori, the traditional New Year’s Foods, takes the center stage, we also serve other sides and desserts to complete the big meal. This is where you’ll find some traditional dishes along with a mix of modern Japanese favorites. They are often more popular amongst the kids....