Juicy and tender Chicken Chashu is a lighter variation on Japanese pork belly chashu. Here, I roll and pan-sear chicken thighs, then braise and marinate them in a sweet-savory sauce.…

With thinly sliced beef and tender onions simmered in a savory-sweet sauce, Gyudon or Japanese Beef Rice Bowl is synonymous with comfort. This simple and delicious dish, served over hot steamed rice,…

With tender beef, potatoes, carrots, mushrooms, and curry roux, this savory and hearty Japanese Beef Curry makes for a fabulous introduction to new curry rice eaters. Adapted to Japanese tastes,…

Japanese-style Mapo Tofu (Mabo Dofu) is full of flavor but much less spicy than the original Sichuan dish. Even kids can enjoy this family-friendly recipe of ground pork and silken…

Make my authentic Shrimp Yakisoba recipe with savory homemade sauce in under 30 minutes. I’ll teach you how to sear the seafood and char the crisp veggies to achieve the…

Sukiyaki Don is your favorite Japanese hot pot reimagined as the ultimate beef rice bowl. Bursting with sweet, salty, and savory flavors, this donburi with tofu and veggies is just…

Miso Cod is an exquisite Japanese seafood recipe of succulent and buttery black cod that simply melts in your mouth! With just a handful of ingredients, you can recreate this…

Aromatic and sweet-savory Niku Miso (Miso Meat Sauce) is a meal-prep hero. This tasty all-purpose meat sauce adds protein to any dish—whether it’s plain steamed rice, noodles, or lettuce cups.…

Negiyaki is a fluffy and light Japanese savory pancake packed with refreshing and crunchy green onions and brushed with fragrant soy sauce or okonomiyaki sauce. This grilled Osaka specialty makes…

Make instant ramen that tastes just as amazing as the real deal! It’s quick, cheap, and ridiculously easy—all you need are a handful of pantry items to elevate your noodle…