For many Cantonese people, Sunday mornings are a time to relax and gather the family for breakfast over dim sum (點心), which is a style of Chinese food where small portions of food are served in bamboo steamer baskets or on small plates. This recipe puts a spin on a regular dim sum favorite of pork spare … Continue reading
Beef negimaki (ねぎ巻き) is a Japanese dish consisting of broiled strips of beef marinated in a sweet, flavorful teriyaki sauce and rolled with scallions (negi). The dish is thought to have originated in the Kanto region of Japan, and makes a deliciously fun appetizer for parties. In this recipe, we’re using scallions and enoki mushrooms for the stuffing to get a … Continue reading
The possibilities are endless when it comes to chazuke (茶漬け, ちゃづけ) which is popularly served as a light meal or snack throughout Japan. Oolong tea, green tea, or dashi is poured over rice that is served with savory toppings. This time, we’re using roasted smoked salmon and toasted nori for this quick-fix at home dish; … Continue reading
Here’s a vegetarian friendly recipe that features the kabocha squash, a popular Japanese winter squash that is high in beta carotene and fiber. With taste, color, and texture similar to the butternut squash, the kabocha squash has 30% less carbohydrates making it a great ingredient for health conscious food lovers. Pairing this soup with soba … Continue reading
