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pouring green tea on ochazuke, rice tea soup
Main, Soups

Ochazuke (Rice Tea Soup)

Cooks in 1 hr Difficulty Easy

Ochazuke is a simple rice tea soup that has been a comfort food in Japanese culture for centuries.  People tend to eat it when they are sick, jet-lagged, or hungover. Traditionally, it consists of steamed rice, a broth of green tea, and various toppings that can easily be made vegan. […]

mochi chips with powdered sugar
Other

Mochi Chips

Cooks in 15 min Difficulty Easy

Light and crispy mochi chips offer a delightful and satisfying crunch, making them a perfect addition to any snack platter or dish. These chips, crafted from versatile kiri mochi, complement a wide array of sweet and savory ingredients. Mochi chips are naturally vegan and gluten-free! What is Kiri Mochi? Kiri […]

close up of natto
Breakfast, Other, Sides

Instant Pot Natto

Cooks in 2 days 2 hr Difficulty Medium

Natto is a traditional Japanese food made from fermented soybeans. It has a distinctive earthy flavor, a pungent aroma, and a slimy yet creamy texture. This description is likely off-putting to many but it has not stopped natto from becoming a staple food in Japan. People often consume natto as […]

Eating orzo stuffed eggplant.
Main, Pasta, Sides

Italian Stuffed Eggplants

Cooks in 1 hr 40 min Difficulty Easy

Get ready to elevate your culinary game with our irresistible Italian stuffed eggplants. This healthy yet comforting recipe is a breeze, requiring just a handful of ingredients, with the option to transform the eggplants into adorable penguins for a touch of fun. Follow our simple steps to bake them to […]

Healthy Veggie Katsu Curry
Main

Healthy Veggie Katsu Curry

Cooks in 2hr 30min Difficulty Easy

This healthy veggie katsu curry boasts a delightful combination of creaminess, crispiness, and undeniable charm. In our version, we’ve expertly trimmed excess oil and omitted sugar while carefully managing salt content. Despite these adjustments, the katsu curry maintains a surprisingly decadent flavor profile. Tailored to suit vegetarian, dairy-free, plant-based, and […]

vegan Taiyaki served
Breakfast, Desserts

Taiyaki, Vegan Fish Waffles 

Cooks in 45 min Difficulty Easy

These fish-shaped cakes called taiyaki are a popular Japanese street food. The iconic shape is believed to evoke a feeling of luxury, as fish were expensive at the time the snack originated. Rest assured, no animals were harmed in the making of these treats, as these fish waffles are 100% […]

how to eat hairy tofu
Other

Hairy Tofu Prepared 3 Ways

Difficulty Medium

Hairy tofu, also known as ‘mao tofu’ is a delicacy in China’s Anhui province, but it comes with an acquired taste. This soy product proves to be incredibly versatile, its unique flavor and texture pares well with many recipes that call for firm tofu. Today, we explore three popular preparation […]

hairy tofu cube
Other

Hairy Tofu

Cooks in 1 hr Difficulty Medium

Hairy tofu, as its name implies, is tofu adorned with delicate wisps of fluffy white mycelium. These “hairs” are the result of a fungal spore, a type of mucor, that inoculates the tofu during the fermentation process. The outcome is a unique culinary creation, boasting a firm yet surprisingly creamy […]

Mini croissant cereal for two
Breakfast, Desserts

Mini Croissant Cereal

Cooks in 1 hr 45 min Difficulty Easy

Mini croissant cereal retails for 30 dollars a box, a steep price many are willing to pay.  Dusted with cinnamon sugar and baked to perfection, these croissants are flakey, tasty, and just plain adorable. While the retail price may give pause, the good news is that crafting these at home […]

red, blue and green Kohakutou (Japanese Crystal Candy)
Desserts

Kohakutou (Japanese Crystal Candy) 5 Ingredients!

Cooks in 2 hr 15 min Difficulty Easy

Kohakutou, also known as Japanese crystal candy, is a delightful and visually appealing treat that resembles crystals and gemstones. Crunchy on the outside and jelly in the center these candies are quite unique yet surprisingly simple to make. History The tale of agar-agar, a vital ingredient in these crystal candies, […]