Some of you asked me what to do with daikon leaves. I am glad you asked! Today I’m going to show you my favorite way to enjoy daikon leaves –Daikon Leaves Furikake (大根の葉ふりかけ). You can use the greens for a quick stir fry or toss them into soups, but making furikake (rice seasoning) is another ingenious way to utilize the amazing vegetable. It is also quick and easy to make, and a great side dish as a part of your meal prep menus....
Dorayaki (どら焼き) is best described as a dessert with red bean filling between two slices of sweet fluffy pancakes. If you are familiar with Japanese cartoons from the ’70s, you probably know this dessert from the anime character Doraemon who is crazy about this snack and falls for any trap involving them. Different Types of Dorayaki Besides Doraemon, my entire family including my children and husband all love this snack....
Next to California Rolls, Dragon Roll is another popular sushi roll served at American-style sushi restaurants and buffet joints. It’s not traditional sushi you can find in Japan, but I can see why this imaginative sushi is such a favorite. The combo of creamy avocado and crunchy shrimp tempura make the perfect match to the tenderly moist vinegared rice. It’s so delicious that I can devour the entire roll on my own....
MARGHERITA PASTA VIDEO Easy Pasta Recipe If you ever visit Carlsbad, California you owe yourself a trip to to the best hole in the wall Italian spot with the best Margherita pizza – Spiritos Italian Diner. The restaurant was actually featured on Food Network’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives with Guy Fieri a few years ago – and for good reason. All the Italian food is made from scratch and they even make their homemade pizza dough twice a day....
Gulab Jamun is one of the few things that I prepared when I was in school, under my mom’s supervision. Mom was pretty co-operative if I’d say I want to try something in the kitchen. Of course, I didn’t make it from scratch but used the ever-popular Gits gulab jamun mix that was available then and still is! I so vividly remember the first time I made this Indian dessert, they were bigger than golf balls....
These instructions are everything you ever wanted to know about roasting turkey – and more than you wanted to know – but please don’t be intimidated. Roasting turkey is EASY! Follow my recipe and you can’t go wrong! Before we get into the nitty gritty of How to Roast Turkey, if you still need a few Thanksgiving ideas or simply want the BEST appetizer, sides or dessert, make sure to check out my Thanksgiving Guide which has over 50 Thanksgiving recipes all from CARLSBAD CRAVINGS all in ONE place to make your Thanksgiving prep that much easier and delicious!...
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A classic Japanese condiment, Ponzu Sauce is a citrus-based sauce with a tart-tangy flavor similar to a vinaigrette. It contains a mix of ponzu (citrus juice of sudachi, yuzu, and kabosu and vinegar), soy sauce, sugar or mirin, and dashi. Because of its versatility & refreshing flavor, you can use the sauce in many different ways. Enjoy ponzu as a dipping sauce for shabu-shabu or seafood, as a marinade for grilled meats and vegetables, or as dressing for salads or cold noodles....
Here, I’ll show you a simple way to devein shrimp and prepare them for delicious shrimp recipes. The black vein that runs along the back of the shrimp is a digestive tract of unappetizing grit. While you can cook and eat them with the vein, most people prefer it removed for taste and presentation. Deveining shrimp is very easy to do. Let’s begin! What is the Right Way to Devein Shrimp?...
We love easy yet impressive appetizers around here. If you’re looking for more no-bake favorites, don’t miss Garlic Herb Cheese Log, Key Lime Cream Cheese Fruit Dip, Guacamole and Italian Chex Mix. How to Make a Charcuterie Board Video What Goes on a Charcuterie Board? The beauty of DIY charcuterie boards is they are 100% customizable. The base of any charcuterie board is a variety of cured meats and cheeses....
Blackened Salmon Seasoning Ingredients: 2 teaspoons smoked paprika 2 teaspoons garlic powder 2 teaspoons onion powder 1 teaspoon salt 1 teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon dried thyme ½ teaspoon pepper 1/4-1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Wait for a hot pan: A hot pan doesn’t mean high heat, otherwise your salmon will burn on the outside and remain raw on the inside. Instead, a hot pan means waiting until your pan is hot before anything touches the pan....
Japanese cream stew (クリームシチュー) is one of those meals that hits the spot every time, especially on a chilly evening. You may also see this dish referred to as white stew (ホワイトシチュー), and it’s easy to guess why. Bite-size pieces of tender chicken thighs, mushrooms, and colorful vegetables simmer together in a creamy white sauce before being ladled over steamed rice. It’s one of my favorite foods to make this time of year....
Summer cookouts and holiday get-togethers are where potato salads typically shine, but this recipe for Japanese Potato Salad (ポテトサラダ) is one that I enjoy making year-round. In Japan, it shows up in bento boxes, convenience stores, and even as a bar snack at izakaya. Today, let‘s learn how to make this classic Japanese potato salad that all ages will love. What is Japanese Potato Salad? Much like potato salads in the US, Japanese potato salad is a popular party dish and it’s been a popular dish in Japan for over 120 years....
If you’re looking for the ultimate Japanese comfort food that can lift up your mood any time of year, I can’t recommend enough cooking this bowl of Kitsune Udon (Noodle Soup) (きつねうどん). It’s a humble dish, yet so comforting and satisfying. The rich broth, chewy noodles, and fried tofu pouches—everything comes together so nicely that you just want to hold your face above the bowl and let the aroma envelop you....
How many types of sushi do you know? The most common kinds of sushi in Japan are nigiri sushi, maki sushi, temaki sushi, chirashi sushi, temari sushi, and Inari sushi. Have you tried them all already? Today, I’ll introduce another popular variety called pressed sushi or oshizushi (押し寿司). Among this type of sushi, the most popular one is Mackerel Pressed Sushi or Saba Oshizushi (鯖の押し寿司), so let’s make it today!...
Many of us have been facing a new level of unpredictability this year. For those of us who have kids, it’s hard to keep up with the hustle and bustle of at-home school while preparing a home-cooked dinner that everyone will enjoy. So, I’ve set out to instill some control with Japanese-style meal prep. This meal-prepping strategy has saved my life and been incredibly helpful, so I can’t wait to share my tips and tricks with you!...
Today, I am so excited and honored to bring you this Million Dollar Cookie Pie from the cookbook Our Sweet Basil Kitchen by Cade and Carrian Cheney, creators of the recipe website Oh Sweet Basil! I am so blessed to call Carrian a dear friend of mine. I was first introduced to Carrian on Instagram through her brave, open battle with hyperemisis. I continue to be in awe as she inspires me with her light, strength, wisdom kindness and delicious recipes!...
Looking for the best pasta recipes that call for just a handful of pantry ingredients and little prep work, but still deliver big flavors? This Miso Butter Pasta with Tuna and Cabbage is exactly what you’ll need. Why You’ll Love This Japanese-Style Pasta Japanese home cooks take advantage of canned fish for busy days or when we don’t have time to shop. In my kitchen, I always have a few cans of sardines, anchovies, and tuna....
WHAT IS MUD PIE? Mud Pie can be a lot of things! In the simplest definition, it is a chocolate-based pie with a crumbly cookie crust. As you might glean from the name, this pie was created in Mississippi and I love that it is just about my age – the first printed recipe circulated in 1975. Classic, now traditional recipes don’t have to be handed down from the old country to be worth it!...
Japan has always been known for its creative and delicious take on traditional confections, including donuts. One of the wildly popular Japanese-style donuts is the Pon de Ring Donuts (yes, I have a homemade recipe for that!) introduced by Mister Donuts, the beloved donut chain in the country. The creativity doesn’t stop there. In 2022, we witnessed the emergence of another new style donuts named Nama Donuts (生ドーナツ), making headlines in the food scene....
