Recipes
Tomato Curry with Farro: A Japanese Take on a Global Favorite
Introduction Tomato curry, or トマトカレー, is a flavorful and heartwarming dish that brings together the rich tastes of Japan with the tangy sweetness of tomatoes and the nuttiness of farro. Japanese curry, adapted from British influences during the Meiji era, is loved for its mild heat and umami flavor. This particular version incorporates the vibrant
Gomadare Somen with Yuba: A Refreshing Japanese Noodle Dish
Introduction Gomadare Somen with Yuba (素麺のごまだれ) is a delightful summer dish that combines the light and delicate taste of somen noodles with a creamy sesame-based sauce, known as gomadare. The addition of yuba (tofu skin), shiitake mushrooms, and crunchy cucumber creates a harmonious blend of textures and flavors. This dish is perfect for hot days,
Delectable Fresh Fettuccine: Asparagus, Dill, and Smoked Salmon Delight
Fresh Fettuccine with Asparagus, Dill, and Smoked Salmon pasta recipe| This recipe exemplifies bringing individual, ordinary ingredients together can result in an exciting and complex blend of flavors. The flavors of butter, shallot, cream, and dill are a rich and delicious way to eat smoked salmon. This recipe is easy and simple to make with
New England Style Baked Yellow Eye Beans Recipe Delight
Have You Seen Yellow Eye Beans? Yellow eye beans are related to kidney beans and they get their name from the way they look. To me, the color seems to be more orange than yellow, but aside from that, I thought that yellow eye beans tasted quite good. I really liked these beans and of
Classic Basil Pesto Recipe: Irresistible Delight with Pine Nuts and Cheese
Classic basil pesto with pine nuts, garlic, pecorino, parmesan, extra-virgin oliveoil, salt, and home grown basil are a fool proof way to ensure your pesto is as flavorful as can be. Italian food is so good in Italy because they’re always using fresh ingredients; this pesto recipe is one way you can travel there without
Authentic Pad Kee Mao Recipe: Easy & Quick Drunken Noodles
Pad Kee Mao a.k.a drunken noodles Have you heard of the drunken noodles called Pad Kee Mao? It is a Thai stir-fried rice noodle and probably my favorite Thai noodle dish. Outside of Thailand, there’s a restaurant in Hollywood called Pa Ord that I always get it at. If you don’t order non spicy, even
Authentic Santa Maria Style Pinquito Beans Recipe
Rancho Gordo Heirloom Beans If you haven’t heard, Rancho Gordo is one of the larger suppliers of heirloom beans. I originally heard about this brand through one of my food magazines. As soon as I heard about heirloom beans I knew I had to try them. First, because they sounded so tasty. Second, because they
Delicious Homemade Bucatini: Fresh Herbs and Zesty Breadcrumbs Delight
Bucatini is type of pasta which is very similar to spaghetti but it has larger and thicker noodles. The thick noodle strands of bucatini gives a bit more bite to your pasta dish and I made it successfully with my pasta extruder. Nothing is better than homemade pasta! Making fresh homemade pasta with Kitchenaid Pasta
Bourbon Vanilla Bean Ice Cream: A Creamy Delight
Vanilla Bean Ice cream with Bourbon! Guess what I’m going to be doing this weekend?! Making ice cream!!???????????? I just got a gallon of milk and quart of cream, so I should be able to churn out a few quarts yea? Yaaa!! This is one batch that I’ll be remaking. Vanilla bean is one of
Macaroni Salad: Delicious Japanese Style with Tuna
One of my favorite Japanese style salads! I love macaroni salads. I love potato salads. I love my carbs. And yes, all go so well with barbecues. I know it’s not barbecue season yet, but this one is good enough to stand on it’s own without one. How can this be!? Drum roll….. Tuna! Canned
Irresistible Matcha Ice Cream: Egg Yolk-Free Delight
Matcha Ice Cream is a delicious and rich ice cream that’s made lighter without eggs! The secret? Corn starch, which enables the ice cream to maintain a thick creamy consistency that ‘s quite similar to egg yolk based custards. Matcha green tea lends an earthy and sweet aroma. If you’ve never had matcha ice cream
Savory Mizuna Greens Recipe: Japanese Mustard Greens with Garlic, Bacon, and Cooking Tips
Mizuna (Japanese Mustard Greens) with Garlic and Bacon Recipe I’m always trying to eat more vegetables, and this is one tasty way to accomplish that! I don’t know about you but sometimes it’s nice to eat cooked green leafy vegetables. I’m talking about baby bok choy, spinach, chard and the like. This is a new
Macaroni Salad Japanese Style with Bacon, Cucumber, and Red Onion: Delightful Recipe!
Holy Moly Macaroni! Is what I thought when I tasted this macaroni salad! Yes, it is just a macaroni salad. And maybe it’s been a long time since I’ve made it, but this one was quite good! It’s not heavy and is a solid side to go with any meal (like the one pictured below~). The
Saute Kabocha Recipe: Sake & Soy Sauce Delight
Hi. If you have been following me for a while you know how much I like kabocha (Japanese pumpkin). I’ve used it in soups, salads, stir-frys, and desserts. I don’t think it will ever get old, as it’s so versatile. And all it is is a little green pumpkin. It looks quite unassuming really. But
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