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Nikujaga is a classic Japanese comfort food made with potatoes, onions, and vegetables simmered in a savory soy sauce–based broth.Traditionally, it includes thinly sliced beef, but this vegan version uses fu (wheat gluten), a traditional...

These grilled rice balls combine tangy mashed umeboshi (pickled plum) with savory soy sauce, then are pan-fried until golden and crispy. They’re delicious on their own, but also make the perfect base for a refreshing chilled ochazuke on ...

This dish features abura-age (fried tofu pockets) stuffed with natto, a traditional Japanese fermented soybean dish known for its sticky texture and distinctive aroma. Natto is rich in plant-based protein, dietary fiber, and vitamin K2, ...

Kinpira Gobo is a classic Japanese side dish made by stir-frying thinly sliced burdock root and carrot, then simmering them in a sweet and savory sauce of soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. The name “kinpira” refers to a cooking style that com...

Hijiki and Ume Takikomi Gohan is a fragrant Japanese mixed rice dish made by cooking rice together with hijiki seaweed and salted ume plums. The savory flavor of the seaweed blends beautifully with the refreshing tartness of the ume, cre...

Konnyaku is a chewy, low-calorie Japanese food made from the konjac root. In this stir fry, it’s cooked with sesame oil, soy sauce, mirin, a little sugar, and spicy doubanjiang for heat. Topped with sesame seeds and green onions, it’s a ...

Konnyaku is a traditional Japanese food made from the konjac root almost zero calories, yet full of flavor. Grilled until slightly crisp, then topped with a sweet-savory miso sauce, sesame seeds, and spicy Japanese mustard, it’s a health...

Kitsune Udon (きつねうどん) is a Japanese noodle soup with thick udon noodles in a savory broth.It’s topped with sweet simmered aburaage (fried tofu pouch), said to be a fox’s favorite food.The name “kitsune” means fox in Japanese.Simple...

Shiratama Zenzai is a traditional Japanese dessert made with soft rice flour dumplings (shiratama) served in a warm or chilled sweet red bean soup.It’s comforting, slightly sweet, and loved for its chewy texture and rich flavor. Perfect ...

Gyoza are crispy, pan-fried Japanese dumplings packed with juicy flavor.They’re usually made with meat, but vegan versions with cabbage, mushrooms, and tofu are just as delicious! They’re first seared until golden, then steamed to create...