Mitarashi Dango is Japanese rice balls glazed in sweet soy sauce! This dish can be either the perfect snack or dessert. Try out our easy Dango recipe!
Made with four simple ingredients, Stir-Fried Garlic Chives and Egg over Rice (Niratama Donburi) is a comforting quick dish when you‘re short on time. This delicious meal is a popular example of Chuka Ryori, or the Japanese adaptation of Chinese cuisine. Top it with your favorite chili crunch for a kick of umami and spice.
Japanese Gyudon, thinly sliced fatty beef cooked in a slightly sweet mixture of mirin and soy sauce served over rice. Topped with an egg, Gyudon is the best!
In Japanese cuisine, side dishes have been integral to our set meal concept. In this collection, I have curated 15 exceptional side dishes that range from vegetable accompaniments to dishes that can even outshine the main dish.
This mouthwatering sweet and sour chicken recipe is loaded with juicy marinated chicken and a colorful medley of flash-fried vegetables glazed in a flavorful black vinegar sweet and sour sauce.
Pork dishes are quite popular in Japan compared to Western countries, and it is one of the top two meats consumed, along with chicken. Pork is widely used in Chinese-inspired (Chuka) and Western-inspired (Yoshoku) Japanese cuisine, and has always been loved by many. In this roundup, I will introduce 20 Japanese pork dishes that I highly recommend!
Sweet, spicy and savory. 3 classic flavors come together in this trio of Asian dipping sauces that showcase authentic Asian flavors for spring and egg rolls.
Stir fried veggies and shrimp, simmered in a savory gooey Chinese influenced sauce. Make this Japanese chukadon recipe in 25 mins from start to finish.
Make your own homemade Takoyaki octopus balls with this simple to follow recipe. A great Japanese appetizer or entree that is delicious and filled with umami.
Looking for a Simple & Easy Japanese Recipe? Check out our top 25 Japanese recipes that are both delicious and require minimal effort to prepare. These dishes include juicy chicken, tender fish, umami-flavored veggies, ramen, sushi, and more.
There’s no wonder why Japanese is one of the most beloved cuisines in the world. Besides being responsible for sushi, Japanese cuisine also commands a deep understanding of umami — or deeply satisfying, savory flavor. What’s more, it’s a cuisine that’s full of simple, accessible recipes, going far beyond the expensive raw fish or days-long ramen recipes by which it can be commonly defined.
Looking for easy and authentic Japanese recipes? I can help! Cooking Japanese food doesn't have to be intimidating. In this post, I'll share 30 easy and authentic Japanese recipes that you can start making today. Rest assured, I've created each recipe myself.
These Japanese side dishes are easy to make and full of flavor! From fried rice and chicken wings to veggies, these sides bring a delicious Asian flair!
Taiwan Ramen is a delicious, spicy noodle dish made with chewy noodles, spicy seasoned pork, and garlic chives in a broth that truly packs a punch! Despite the name, it was created in Nagoya, Japan (my region!), and it's extremely spicy!
Japanese tsukune are meatballs coated with a salty-sweet sauce. It's one of the common grilled items served at Japanese yakitori restaurants. This dish is perfect for your next barbecue cook-out or dinner. The meatballs are soft, bouncy, and smooth in texture. Create your minced meat with your desired protein. Optionally, stuff it with vegetables. Finish with a Japanese staple, the shichimi togarashi spice blend.Stock up culinary spice kits - Limited time only!
Japanese cabbage pancakes, or okonomiyaki, are an easy and delicious appetizer or side dish, made with fresh cabbage and scallions.
22 vegan Lunar New Year recipes to help you ring in the new and enjoy delicious traditional food! These are…
My savory Teriyaki Steak Rolls with veggies are pan-seared and glazed with an easy homemade teriyaki sauce. Make this Japanese home-cooked dish for dinner, then enjoy the leftovers in tomorrow‘s bento lunch!
Sukiyaki is a surprisingly simple dish made with thinly sliced beef, grilled tofu and a beautiful display of vegetables cooked in a sweet and rich "warishita" sauce. Wow your friends and family with this delicious homemade sukiyaki recipe!
Katsudon is the king of all donburi dishes! Made with succulent pork cutlet, juicy onions, and silky dashi-flavored egg served over a steaming bowl of Japanese rice. It's the ultimate comfort dish!
These epic homemade Japanese sauces are quick and easy to make, perfect for marinating, dipping, or slathering over your favourite Japanese recipes.
Baked until tender and fluffy then sliced open and filled a generous serving of umami-rich miso butter, these Roasted Japanese Sweet Potatoes are a simple and delicious side dish for almost any meal.
Manchurian Noodles is an Indo-Chinese dish where noodles and veggies are tossed in Manchurian sauce. They're saucy and so delicious.
If you’re a lover of Japanese food, you know that there is an impressive balance between protein, vegetables, and starch, making this one of the healthier cuisines to indulge in on a regular basis. But we’re not just talking sushi, sashimi, and chicken teriyaki. Low in calories and extremely nutritious, Japanese dishes don’t use a...Read More
With thick slices of rich pork enrobed in a caramelized sweet and savory sauce over a bed of rice, Tokachi-style Butadon is a mouthwatering Japanese pork bowl that can be made at home with this easy to follow recipe.
Japanese cabbage pancakes, or okonomiyaki, are an easy and delicious appetizer or side dish, made with fresh cabbage and scallions.
This delicious vegetable tempura with ginger ponzu sauce makes for a great snack or starter. You can use your favorite vegetables for…
Sichuan Spicy Lotus Root Stir Fry is crunchy, garlicky, savory, spicy and takes less than 20 minutes to prepare.
Japanese Cucumber Salad - A light and refreshing side dish that's easy to make! Fresh cucumbers sliced and marinated with Japanese sauces and flavors!
Warm up with a big bowl of spicy homemade Curry Udon. This Japanese classic is super quick (just 15 minutes!) AND only 7 ingredients!
This is a light and refreshing recipe for Japanese Coleslaw that's also very quick and easy to make. Less than 5 minutes from start to finish!
Classic and traditional Chinese green onion pancake is the best for snack, breakfast or lunch. This Chinese scallion pancake recipe only has a few ingredients. Let’s learn how to make scallion pancakes at home!
Steamed Japanese Meat Buns (Nikuman) are soft, fluffy buns filled with a satisfying combination of succulent meat and fresh vegetables. They are great as a tasty snack or a flavorful side dish. Their delightful flavor and texture make them the perfect comfort food.
This is a light and creamy Japanese crab salad that can be served as a side or a snack. Eggy, umami and simply perfect!
Nothing beats a steaming bowl of curry udon on a cold day! Made with chewy udon noodles served in a thick curry flavoured dashi soup, this dish can be easily customized with your favourite ingredients!
Freshly blanched spinach dressed in a nutty and savory sesame miso sauce, this flavorful vegetable side dish is one that goes well (nearly) with every meal! Plus, it‘s so simple to make. Eating greens cannot be any easier!
Chicken tsukune is a delicious and flavorful type of Japanese meatball often served at izakayas, yakitori stands, at home, and in bento boxes. My homemade tsukune recipe is made with chicken thigh mixed with grated onion, shiso leaves, miso paste, and ginger. They are then shaped, fried, and coated in a delicious sticky glaze!
Popular Japanese food is characterized by several traditional Japanese dinner dishes that are often enjoyed on a daily basis and during some of the special holidays in Japanese culture. As an individual who loves to
Warm up with a big bowl of spicy homemade Curry Udon. This Japanese classic is super quick (just 15 minutes!) AND only 7 ingredients!
Japanese cabbage pancakes, or okonomiyaki, are an easy and delicious appetizer or side dish, made with fresh cabbage and scallions.
10 traditional Japanese food dishes that show how great Japan's food culture is. Yes, there is sushi and ramen but several other dishes you may not have heard of.
