Harvesting season runs from August through September. I got a mild variety - they are New Mexico 6-4 types to be more specific - and they are DELICIOUS. They were delivered already roasted, frozen. All I had to do was thaw them out and I’m ready to get cooking! There is something about a good bowl of chili that always satisfies, and I love that there are so many ways to make it....

One of the classic and essential toppings on ramen is menma (メンマ), or seasoned bamboo shoots. They contribute significantly to the beloved noodle soup, thanks to its delightful crunchy texture and its distinct combination of sweet, savory, and earthy flavors. Over the years, many JOC readers have requested this recipe, and I’ve finally created my own version. It’s taken me a long time because making it from scratch with the traditional method would take over a month....

Red kidney beans are known as Rajma in Hindi. Rajma chawal is one of the most popular North Indian dishes, prepared often in Punjabi households. Rajma masala is a mildly spiced red kidney bean curry made with onions, tomatoes, and basic Indian spices. It is wholesome, and a great way to get some proteins in your diet. More often than not, I do end up making the Punjabi version of Rajma masala....

This fun twist to the classic lime Popsicle is made in just 5 minutes with no preservatives and is extremely delicious to taste especially during the Summers! Popsicles Are the Perfect Summer Treat Do you have a favorite summer-time memory? Does it involve playing uninterrupted with your siblings and friends for long hours? Mine does. Summer vacations were the best time of the year because there was no school and no homework....

This ice cream recipe is a popular one I have made over and over again and here is what I have learnt – the quality of the chocolate and the flavour of the cocoa make all the difference. Yes, yes, I am Captain Obvious. But really, this isn’t the time to use your store brand chocolate chips, this is the time to bring out bars of darker chocolate you would actually like to eat....

Beetroot Halwa 🎥 Ingredients needed 🧾 How to make it 🔪 More no-bake easy desserts Recipe 📖 They are usually made from thickened milk (paneer/khoya/mawa) or chhena, which is mixed with sugar and other flavoring agents. It’s normally white in color but now there are many varieties of Sandesh that use different flavoring ingredients that make it colorful. You can make this easy no-bake dessert and that too in different colors!...

Springtime brings many beautiful opportunities for us to enjoy outdoor picnics and afternoon teas. To welcome this season, we’re excited to team up with Dream of Japan to give away their award-winning traditional green tea to three (3) lucky winners. The fragrant tea makes the best companion to enjoy with spring treats like Strawberry Mochi, Hanami Dango, or Cherry Blossom Madeleines, or to complement your picnic bento. This giveaway is open to readers in the US, Canada, UK, Germany, France, Spain, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Belgium, Portugal, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Austria....

Salmon in Foil, or SHA-ke no Hoiru Yaki (鮭のフォイル焼き), is a fast, simple and delicious dish. When I was growing up, my mom would serve a variety of ‘salmon in foil’ for dinner when she was short on time. All you have to do is toss a few ingredients into a foil, wrap it up like a parcel and let it steam over in a frying pan. In no time at all, you have a healthy meal that your family will love....

This Shio Koji Salmon (塩麹サーモン) recipe is a staple that pairs beautifully with a typical Japanese meal. And it requires only 2 ingredients! Not only is it fuss-free to make, but the flavor of salmon really shines through. Let’s learn more about this amazing condiment – Shio Koji, and how you can use it in Japanese cooking. What is Shio Koji Simply made of salt, koji, and water, Shio Koji (塩麹, 塩こうじ), or salt koji, is a condiment used in Japanese cuisine for hundreds of years....

That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy my easy shrimp ceviche recipe. Let me know if you make it. It’s super addictive. Beware! Once you try this, you will crave it forevermore. Off to make another batch! The base of the marinade includes pureed tomatoes with lemon juice, lime juice and orange juice, along with a number of other ingredients that will leave you begging for more. You’ll find different versions of shrimp ceviche all over the world, with a mix of local ingredients that will vary from region to region and cook to cook, though the concept remains the same to cook raw fish or raw seafood....

A lot of readers have asked for tips on bento making. I have one trick that my mom taught me which I think is helpful when you prepare a meal or even bento. That’s to work with colors. I’m going to explain the concept with my favorite Soboro Bento today. Soboro is usually made with ground chicken seasoned with the slightly sweet soy sauce flavor. This dish is commonly served on top of steamed rice....

Just like KitKat, you can find an astonishing array of ice cream flavors in Japan. From matcha green tea to black sesame to Azuki sweet red bean, the choices are distinctively unique and Japanese. So why not flavor the summer treat with our most important pantry staple—soy sauce? Yes! Soy sauce. It is yet a mainstream flavor that you can find everywhere in Japan, but soy sauce makers and specialty shops have been surprising their visitors with the intriguing combo....

If you make this recipe, please let us know! Leave a comment, rate it and tag a photo #ChiliPepperMadness on Instagram so we can take a look. I always love to see all of your spicy inspirations. Thanks! – Mike H. OK, fine, I’m slow to get to some things. I freely admit! In reality, I’m more annoyed at myself for not getting around to it sooner because now I LOVE grinding my own meats and wish I could have been doing it all along....

My mom used to make spicy shrimp stir-fry (ebi chili) for us when I was growing up in Japan. I recall the spicy aroma of garlic and ginger stir-fried with doubanjiang filling up the kitchen. That meant dinner was almost ready and I knew what was on the menu! Ebi chili is now one of the most popular Chinese dishes in Japan along with mapo tofu. Thanks to their popularity, both of these sauces are available pre-packaged in Asian supermarkets....

how to make steak fajitas PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Steak Fajita Recipe Happy almost Memorial Day Weekend! I have so many grill recipes I’m eager to share with but these Steak Fajitas won out for Memorial Day because they are AMAZING! Not only are these grilled steak fajitas better than any restaurant at a fraction of the price, they are much less time consuming than kabobs, you can prep almost everything in advance, and friends/family can customize their own grilled steak fajitas with more or less of their favorite toppings....

Heat levels are variable, ranging from the very mild with practically no detectable heat to Serrano pepper level, which is quite hot. They have a fruity flavor and are used in French cooking in all color stages, including for sauces, in dried form, or roasted whole. The Sucette de Provence chili pepper plants grow between 2-3 feet tall. Learn About These Other Sweet & Mild Chili Peppers Liebesapfel Chili Pepper HJ8 Total Eclipse Space Chili Pepper Shepherds Ramshorn Dolmalik Chili Pepper Giant Szegedi Chili Pepper Tangerine Dream Chili Pepper Guindilla Pepper - All About Them Italian Long Hot Peppers Roquito Peppers: Sweet and Spicy Pepper Pearls Sweet Apple Pepper Doux des Landes Chili Pepper Senise Chili Peppers - All About Them NuMex R Naky Chili Peppers Sonora Chili Peppers Trinidad Perfume Chili Peppers Coronado Chili Peppers Espanola Chili Peppers Rocotillo Chili Peppers Elephant’s Ear Chili Pepper Gatherer’s Gold Chili Pepper Super Shepherd Chili Pepper Ancho Ranchero Peppers Purple Marconi Chili Pepper Hawaiian Sweet Hot Chili Peppers Frontera Sweet Peppers There are even more here!...

This Sweet Potato Pancake recipe has long been a FAVORITE of mine. Even Patrick loves them. I prefer a big stack of these Sweet Potato Pancakes over traditional buttermilk pancakes any day of the week – or any night. These Sweet Potato Pancakes have been on my site for a while but were in desperate need of a photo update. The photos still don’t do their deliciousness justice, but they’re trying....

When I am too busy, tan-men is one of the quick ramen menus I serve at home. You have hearty yet light soup and chewy noodles with some vegetables and meat. Compared to heavy ramen broth, tan-men is light and easy on your tummy. Tan-men or sometimes known as Tan Tan Ramen was featured on the popular Japanese TV program called “Shinya Shokudo (深夜食堂)” or “Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories” which is now available on Netflix....

HOW TO MAKE Coleslaw VIDEo Coleslaw Ingredients This homemade coleslaw recipe combines traditional coleslaw ingredients with sour cream, Dijon, lemon juice, celery seed and dried dill for dynamic layers of texture and flavor! I’ve given an overview of the ingredients needed below, but the exact measurements can be found in the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. Coleslaw: Coleslaw Dressing: Coleslaw Ingredient Substitutions How to Make Coleslaw This traditional coleslaw is wonderfully quick and easy to prepare and is best chilled – so it’s also make-ahead friendly!...

This is a four-part series on experiencing autumn in Kyoto, where you’ll find my best tips on enjoying the 紅葉 (kōyō – autumn leaves) in this ancient capital of Japan. Autumn in Kyoto Guide The Best Things to Do in Arashiyama Autumn Day Trip To Uji Japan: A Cultural Experience Osaka Autumn Travel Guide Arashiyama is one of Kyoto’s most popular districts, famed for its impressive bamboo forest, picturesque mountain scenery, and a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants....