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Teriyaki is one of our favorite flavor profiles around here, so much so that we’ve made teriyaki everything! If you love teriyaki, don’t miss these must try recipes: One Pot Teriyaki Chicken and Pineapple Rice, Teriyaki Chicken Tacos Pineapple Pear Salsa, Teriyaki Chicken Salad with Pineapple Ginger Dressing, Classic Teriyaki Chicken, Teriyaki Chicken Sandwich and Sheet Pan Teriyaki Shrimp. PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER Teriyaki Salmon Recipe Teriyaki salmon is only as good as the teriyaki sauce, and this sauce is next level YUM!...

About these Oatmeal Cream Pies Uploading this Oatmeal Cream Pie pictures makes me really, really want these soft an chewy cookies all over again – like, right NOW! Growing up, we didn’t eat much sugar. For each of our kid birthdays (5 of us total) our wheels would spin for days trying to decide which “sugar cereal” we wanted for the special occasion. We were allowed to eat our birthday “sugar cereal” after a bowl of “healthy” cereal....

We often get asked by friends and readers on Japan travel tips and itineraries so we try our best to share our Japan experiences on the blog. However, one city we didn’t have much travel content on was Tokyo. Why? Since Nami’s family only lives 7 miles (15 km) from Tokyo and 15 miles (23 km) to Shibuya, it never seemed like a “Japan travel destination” for us. As we get repeated request for Tokyo travel guide, we spent 6 days this past summer in Tokyo exploring different wards, activities to do, places to visit and eat....

We’ve divided Yamanashi Travel Guide into two posts, the first one covering the area around Lake Kawaguchi and the second covering fruit picking and wine tasting around Isawa Onsen and Fuefuki City. Ready to soak in relaxing hot springs and have some fun? Let’s go! Lake Kawaguchi 河口湖 Lake Kawaguchi is a popular tourist destination in Yamanashi prefecture. The eastern part of the lake is more developed with museums, hot springs resorts, restaurants, and a cable car ride to the top of Mount Tenjo....

Tofu (豆腐), the jiggly block of bean curd, has been long touted as a superfood. High in protein, gluten-free, low-calorie, low in cholesterol, and versatile in cooking, what’s not to love? Often described as ‘the meat of the fields’ (畑の肉), tofu and soy foods have been eaten for centuries in many Asian countries. It comes in a wide variety: fresh, frozen, fried, or dried, in blocks, cubes, or tubes! And each can be eaten in all sorts of ways....

That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy my turkey stew recipe. Let me know if you make it. I’d love to hear how it turned out for you, and if you decided to spice it up! This is one of my go-to recipes when we have leftover turkey in the house, usually from a holiday meal. We include lots of turkey meat and spices, along with potato and corn for a filling and comforting meal, though you can very easily customize it with your favorite vegetables....

It’s been a while since I’ve shared a restaurant review here on Just One Cookbook, and I am very excited to share today’s restaurant – Ukai Toriyama (うかい鳥山) with you. As you may know, traditional Japanese food is not just about the flavors of the food. In Japan, when we cook and serve meals for our family, we consider what dishes should be served, what the food pairing works, and what ingredients to use to have all the colors for a healthy meal....

Have you tried Japanese-style (wafu) pasta before? Wafu pasta is very popular in Japan! However, these dishes are typically not offered in Japanese restaurants outside of Japan. That’s why I’ve received many recipe requests from my readers who want to make a homemade version of this style of pasta. Today, I’m going to share a popular wafu pasta recipe called Ume Shiso Pasta. This recipe features two iconic Japanese flavors that give a delicate and refreshing twist to Italian noodles, bringing out the best of both worlds....

Benefits of Using Otoshibuta How to Use Otoshibuta (Drop Lid) You put otoshibuta directly on top of the ingredients. There are different sizes for wooden otoshibuta so find the right size lid for your pot. If you have an adjustable stainless steel otoshibuta, you can change the sizes based on the pot you’re using. Typically, when you use the otoshibuta, you don’t use a regular lid, unless the recipe states otherwise....

Yamagata Prefecture, nestled in Tohoku’s bountiful nature, is blessed with pristine natural landscapes, from lush mountains and clear streams to nutrient-rich fertile soil. The result is an abundance of fresh, locally sourced ingredients that shape its distinctive cuisine. Whether it’s the luscious cherries, revered as some of the best in Japan, or the rich and hearty stews perfect for warming up during the cold winters, there is always something delicious to eat, no matter the time of year....

This is enough to make 3-4 servings of yakisoba noodles, though it scales very easily. No wonder it’s such a popular Japanese street food. It’s so comforting to sit down after a long day with a big bowl of noodles. And, they’re just so darned easy to make, on the table in 10 minutes once you’ve done your prep work. I’m here today to save you a bit of that prep work with this recipe - Homemade Yakisoba Sauce....

Whether vegetarian, vegan, or simply looking to cut back on meat, you’ve come to the right place! Why Japanese cuisine? Because a Japanese vegetarian diet has the potential to be incredibly varied and satisfying. Most importantly, it leans heavily on many superfoods ideal for a plant-based lifestyle. Here, we’ve put together a guide specifically for anyone who wishes to expand their repertoire in Japanese vegetarian and vegan cooking. We hope this will be a source of excitement and the perfect opportunity to discover new flavors and a whole new culture!...

Without sake, there may be no Japanese civilization. Initially, sake was an offering to the gods and consumed within the Imperial court. It then underwent massive technological advancements and refinements over centuries. Its popularity seeped outside the nobility to the commoners to unite people with love for the drink. So now that we know what sake is (part 1) and how to enjoy it (part 2), let’s look back at the impressive history of Japanese sake....

NOTE: This post was updated on 2/25/20 to include new information. It was originally posted on 9/20/13. The Ancho Pepper is the dried version of the poblano pepper, and one of the most popular peppers in Mexican cuisine as well as Tex Mex cooking and of the southwest U.S. It is so important, in fact, that the peppers get their own name after being dried. Instead of simply calling them “dried poblanos”, they are called “ancho peppers”....

My friend Shayma from over @spicespoon said a thing in an Instagram reel recently that struck me. She said that while we glorify the power of comfort food we often gloss over the discomfort it came from. Anday Aloo ka Salan is one of the first things I learnt how to “recook” in Canada. I learnt it over very many phone calls with a beloved relative whose been a big part of my life and support system ever since....

A unique variation of Kesari is made with poha (flattened rice) and is especially prepared during the Indian festival of Janmashtami (also known as Gokulashtami or Krishna Jayanthi), celebrating the birth of Lord Krishna. This vegan dessert recipe goes by many names—Aval Kesari, Poha Sheera, Poha Kesari, or Poha Pudding. I love making it this way because it’s how my mother-in-law prepares it, and I believe it’s one of the simplest and most delicious versions....

Turn boring green beans into extragradient green beans with these tasty recipes: Green Bean Casserole (no canned soups), Roasted Green beans with Creamy Gruyere Sauce, Maple Dijon Green Beans with Caramelized Nuts and Italian Green Bean Salad. pin this recipe to save for later how to make bacon wrapped green beans video Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles I am so excited to introduce you to Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles AKA the green beans everyone will LOVE!...

This creamy black bean dip recipe has just the right amount of flavor and seasonings, and it’s perfect for any menu, and it’s so easy to make! Lucky for me (and my friends!), I’m serving it up with Mission® Strips Tortilla Chips. Talk about party fun! I’m serving it up with Mission® Strips Tortilla Chips because they’re just the perfect thing for this dip; nice and crunchy, made with only 4 ingredients, including sea salt....

Ingredients needed How to make it Recipe 📖 This year, I am back with another classic recipe from this cuisine but with my own twist. I call it the Black Bean Quesadilla with Tandoori Flavor! It’s spicy, hearty, loaded with flavors, and delicious! This dish combines the two popular cuisines Indian and Mexican so beautifully. I love making this dish because the end result is crispy tortillas with a burst of flavor inside and lots of cheesy goodness....

I prefer making my own dips and salad dressings because it is actually so easy to make one at home. How difficult can mixing ingredients in a bowl or a Mason jar really be, right? I know, I hear ya! The store-bought stuff is super convenient, just open a jar or pop open a bottle, so why really bother to make it at home. A walk down the salad dressing aisle and one is really spoilt for choices with a number of brands....