Tag: Japanese ingredients
How to Use Mirin in Cooking?
Mirin, a special seasoning in Japanese cuisine, is the secret ingredient that adds a sweetness to dishes. If you want to create dishes that truly embody the flavors of home-cooked Japanese cuisine, learn more about this unique seasoning! Learn how to use mirin to create savory and sweet dishes. What is mirin? Mirin is a…
Homemade Japanese Katsuobushi Dashi and Stock
Katsuobushi is a traditional Japanese ingredient. When cooking soup, using just the right amount of dried Katsuobushi Dashi quickly creates a delicious broth, making it an essential ingredient. The thin, flaky Katsuobushi Dashi are delicious and are a staple in everything from ramen to takoyaki. What kind of fish is Katsuobushi Dashi made of? And…
The Ingredient of Japanese Cuisine: Rice Koji
Common Japanese dishes like sake, miso, and soy sauce are all delicious creations fermented with koji fungi. What is Rice Koji?Why does koji ferment rice and soy products? What are the steps involved in brewing sake and amazake? Without koji, there would be no Japanese kitchen. For millennia, rice has been a staple food in…
A Must-Know Japanese Cuisine Spicy Herb: Myoga
Myoga is a common wild spice herb in Japan. It’s also known as Japanese ginger. Japanese housewives often use it in salads, stir-fries, and pickles. Rich in fiber, with a crisp texture and a delicate aroma, myoga is a premium spice vegetable. Myoga is a popular spice herb in Japan and is available year-round. The…