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As the weather cools down, I crave hearty and nourishing meals that warm my body and soul. This savory Miso Tomato Chicken Stew recipe does just that! I’ll show you how easy it is to make this delicious one-bowl meal at home. If you’re craving more comforting Japanese stew recipes, try my Japanese Cream Stew, Oden, and Japanese Stewed Hamburger Steak next! Why I Love This Recipe Wonderful depth of flavor – You’ll be surprised how miso adds a savory flavor profile to this dish!...

Ingredients needed 🧾 How to make it 🔪 Top recipe tips 💭 Some multi-cuisine recipes to try Recipe 📖 Being a salad it’s often served at the beginning of the meal or as a vegan dip but it can also accompany grilled meats or fish, kebabs, or tagines. Zaalouk is naturally vegan and gluten-free and can be made in 30 minutes. When it comes to spices, they are mainly used to brighten up the dish and make the Mediterranean flavors stand out....

Boom! Done! Your delectable fish tacos are recipe to serve! Don’t they look amazing? So easy to make and always satisfying. I’m not kidding when I say this is the best fish tacos recipe around. Perfect every time. Fish tacos are perfect for the spicy food lover, as we can use whatever seasonings we prefer and serve them up with our favorite spicy toppings. And hot sauce! What’s a fish taco without a few dashes of hot sauce?...

On January 7th each year, the Japanese observe a tradition known as Nanakusa no Sekku (七草の節句), or the Festival of the Seven Herbs, by eating a healthy rice porridge called nanakusa gayu (七草粥). This time-honored custom is believed to bring good health and ward off evil spirits for the rest of the year. The simple meal of rice porridge hits the spot after all the New Year feasting and helps our overindulged stomachs to heal and recover....

During our family’s trip to Nikko, besides the famous shrines, we also visited Edo Wonderland and Tobu World amusement parks. Instead of staying near the shrines west of Nikko City, we stayed at Kinugawa Onsen hot spring resort town (鬼怒川温泉) since it was closer to the attractions. The hot springs at Kinugawa Onsen date back 300 years and was a popular destination during the Japan economy bubble years. Where is Kinugawa Onsen Kinugawa Onsen is north of Tokyo and it takes 2....

During the Edo period (1603-1868), the Nabeshima clan ruled the Saga Domain (current day Saga Prefecture) and produced premium porcelains for the Japanese nobility and the ruling class as gifts. These porcelains were produced at the remote Nabeshima kilns in Okawachiyama Village. It was referred to as the “Village of the Secret Kilns” due to its isolation and how closely the production secrets were guarded. Where is Okawachiyama Village Okawachiyama Village is located in northwest Kyushu (Saga Prefecture)....

Is it Easter yet? I love holidays not only for the chance to get together with family but also for the chance to reunite with long lost taste bud calorie splurges AKA this AH-Mazing One Pot Pea and Bacon Pasta in Mascarpone Parmesan Sauce! Because holidays are meant to indulge and because you sharing and receiving rave reviews for your pasta means you won’t eat the WHOLE POT- which is probably a good thing – but you will be secretly bemoaning your benevolence with one bite of Bacon Pea Pasta....

My kids love chicken wings, I mean, they LOOOOOVE them. My son usually eats them without making too much of a mess and he neatly wipes his hands before touching utensils. On the other hand, my daughter eats them as if they are her last meal. She never seems to notice the sticky mess on her face. Either way, I am happy to see them enjoying their food. So whenever I need to make a quick dinner, chicken wings are a no brainer....

If I had to name one vegetable that gets me really excited, it would be the mighty Japanese eggplant! Like many people, I wasn’t into this nightshade until later in life, but I’ve grown to savor its many remarkable qualities. By themselves, Japanese eggplants don’t have much flavor, but when cooked and seasoned properly, they can absorb almost any taste. Their sturdy yet spongy texture makes them quite unique. The meaty texture also makes them a great option for vegan and vegetarian dishes....

Yes, I am a mathematical genius like that. Don’t beat yourself up about it, all of us just aren’t wired that way…. I kid, although now that I am on the subject of math I should point out that baking really helped my fraction game. Half my life my mother would say “Oh yeah, this recipe that feeds 12 people, go ahead and make 3.5 times the amount.” Now if only calculus and baking were somehow related....

Tofu is a magical substance in the Japanese food world. This collection of Japanese tofu recipes is yummy proof! Today’s Teriyaki Tofu Bowl (照り焼き豆腐丼) is a super-simple yet satisfying recipe. Crispy pan-fried tofu glazed in the beloved teriyaki sauce and served over fluffy rice with veggie. It has to be one of the dynamic one-bowl meals for vegetarians, vegans, and omnivores alike. Why You’ll Love This Teriyaki Tofu Bowl In addition to being simple and easy, it’s also:...

Thank you Flatout Flatbread for sponsoring this Pear Gorgonzola Pizza recipe post. All opinions are my own. Spring is finally here and with it the advent of everything fresh and flirty from Pina Colada Fruti Salad to Key Lime Cheesecake Fruit Dip to Grilled Pineapple Salsa and now this Pear Gorgonzola Pizza recipe! When I concocted this heavenly Pear Gorgonzola Pizza, I had Easter in mind. Now I can’t get it out of my mind....

That’s it, my friends. I hope you enjoy my easy pepper jelly 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! Hot pepper jelly is a great way to enjoy the fruits of your labors when your garden is exploding with chilies. It allows you to preserve them to enjoy all year long....

PIN THIS RECIPE TO SAVE FOR LATER This Pickled Red Onion Recipe is the only one you need! Pickled red onions are my love language – and I don’t even love pickles! I most recently enjoyed this pickled red onion recipe in Mediterranean rice bowls I’m sharing later this week and was literally piling more and on because they were just SO GOOD. They add that extra dimension and balance of tangy flavor that makes your entire dish come alive!...

The puya chile is a Mexican pepper similar to the guajillo, but smaller and hotter. It is often used more for its fruity flavor, rather than its flesh, which means it is great pureed, mashed or diced, and then made into a sauce. It may be soaked in water to pull out the flavor, and then the water can be used in your dish. The Puya may be used as a pizza topping, or with meat dishes, such as pork, veal, fish and chicken....

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If’ you had a chance to visit the northernmost island of Japan, Hokkaido (北海道), did you try the popular regional salmon soup called Sanpeijiru (三平汁)? I’ve had it several times during my visit and it is fabulous! As many of you know, winter in Hokkaido is very cold and a bowl of piping hot soup with salmon is a great way to keep yourself warm. What is Sanpeijiru? Sanpeijiru is a salt-flavor-based soup popular in Hokkaido, and it is enjoyed at both home and restaurants....

Sesame seeds (胡麻・ごま) are considered to be the oldest oilseed crop known to humanity. In addition to eating the whole seed, it’s also pressed into oil for sesame oil. The Japanese use white and black sesame and whole and crushed seeds in the cuisine. What Are Sesame Seeds Sesame seeds are tiny, flat, oval-shaped seeds that grow in pods on the sesame plant (Sesamum indicum), native to parts of Africa and India....

Dashi is Japanese soup stock that’s a fundamental ingredient in Japanese cuisine to create umami. Japanese stocks are often made with fish like dried bonito flakes or iriko/niboshi (dried anchovies). However, there are plant-based options that you can use, too. Today, I want to share how to make Shiitake Dashi (干し椎茸の戻し汁/椎茸のだし) for use in vegan/vegetarian recipes. I will show you how to rehydrate dried shiitake mushrooms for other recipes and repurpose the soaking liquid as a soup stock for cooking....

Shiitake mushrooms, or shiitake (椎茸), are edible fungi native to East Asia. In Japanese, shii (椎) is “hardwood tree,” and take (茸) is “mushroom.” It’s consumed fresh, dried, traditional medicine, and supplements. What Is Shiitake Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) is a brown-capped mushroom rich in nutrients and fiber. It’s a versatile mushroom that’s excellent for stir-frying, simmering, and deep-frying. You can use it in Asian cuisine, pasta dishes, sauces, oven roasts, etc....