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,
Mackerel Shioyaki: Irresistible Japanese Style Broiled with Salt
Japanese Style Broiled Mackerel with Salt (Shioyaki) One of the simplest and most tasty ways to eat mackerel!! 😀 I haven’t been catching much fish recently, but this one didn’t get away!! Since I caught this one, I wanted to show you how to make one of the simplest and most tasty preparations of
Delicious Pan-Fried Agedashi Tofu with Shishito Peppers Recipe
Today I wanted to share another version of how to cook agedashi tofu (揚げ出し豆腐). This is one of my favorite appetizers to order in Japanese restaurants. I love the crispy exterior that contrasts with a super soft tofu interior. These literally melt in your mouth. The savory sauce is the perfect bath for these tofu
Salted Texas Chocolate Cupcakes with Pistachios
These chocolate cupcakes are the perfect way to enhance an ordinary chocolate cupcake, using pistachios and flaked salt. The pistachio nuts add their own nutty flavor, while salt helps to add contrast. If you haven’t tried to up your chocolate cake or cupcake game, these cupcakes are a great way to get started! Salted Texas
White Emergo Beans with Mustard, Caramelized Onions, and Herbes de Provence
Ever heard of white emergo beans before? I had not until I bought them 🙁 Sometimes I feel like I have a very narrow field of view on food. This is just one example. So, to expand it, every now and then, I will buy something at the market I’ve never heard of before. I figure
Cranberry Beans with Pinot Noir and Kale Pesto
Last year I went on a shopping spree for heirloom beans! They seemed to be all the rage, popping up in magazines and online. I couldn’t resist buying them. I bought at least 6 different varieties of heirloom beans (by Rancho Gordo) and never did anything with them. So much for trying them right?
Vegan Masoor Dal with Curry Leaves and Coconut Milk
Dal is one of my favorite Indian foods There are so many different variations, I don’t think I’ll ever get tired of eating it. This dal is made with coconut milk and reminds me of the food I ate when I visited Kerala many years ago. Kerala is located in the South part of
Tapioca Pudding with Pan-Fried Kabocha
This is for all the tapioca lovers out there. I was craving some sweets one night and ate up all my ice cream. Talk about emergencies. Since I had no ice cream, I quickly looked in my fridge and freezer for alternatives. None. It was already late and thought I probably have to make something
Irresistible Blue Cornmeal Pancakes: A Delectable Delight
Blue Cornmeal Pancakes I’m going to keep this short and sweet. Just like the tasty stack of pancakes you see above. This is one of my go-to pancake recipes. I’ve made it with yellow cornmeal and blue cornmeal. It always comes out great. I’ve made many variations of cornmeal pancakes before and think the 50/50
Delicious Spaghetti with Pancetta, Kale & Butternut Squash Recipe
Spaghetti with Pancetta, Kale, and Butternut Squash I killed my taste buds with this pasta. Figuratively. They came back reincarnated and things just don’t taste the same anymore. The lethal combo was a complex mixture of slightly sweet and mostly savory flavors. It started with unsalted butter, garlic, and shallots. Then add white wine and
Massaged Kale Salad: Irresistible Almond & Lemon Dressing
Massaged Kale with Slivered Almonds and Lemon-Garlic-Olive Oil This kale salad is a simple and delicious way to get your kale fix. I love kale and ever since I found it, lettuce just isn’t the same. I have several dinosaur kale recipes in the pipeline. But that pipe is a little backed up right now.
Delicious Vegan Roasted Tomato Soup Recipe – All Day I Eat
Vegan Roasted Tomato Soup This was another one of the soups that I redid last week when I was sick. I’ve always been a little skeptical about roasting canned tomatoes. I’ve tried roasting them before and wasn’t sure I could tell the difference in flavor. (Attempted once for soup many years ago and more recently
Scrumptious White Bean Soup with Turkey, Kale, and Herbes de Provence
Hello hello! I’ve been sick for the past few days and have been making a bunch of soup and bread to help me get through it. This was one that I thought was particularly unique and wanted to share. It’s hearty, savory, and the perfect way to warm up or comfort one who has a
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