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When autumn arrives, one of the most beloved Japanese snacks is Daigaku Imo, or candied sweet potatoes. Crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and coated with a glossy sweet sauce, this snack is simple yet full of flavor. It has lo...

Miso soup is one of the most iconic dishes in Japanese cuisine.Made with kombu dashi and miso paste, this traditional Japanese soup is simple, healthy, and full of umami. Classic miso soup includes tofu, wakame seaweed, and green onion, ...

With just soy sauce and ginger for flavor, and a light coating of starch, you can transform fresh okra into a golden, crunchy snack in under 10 minutes.In this recipe, I’ll share not only the easy steps but also important tips—like how t...

Pickled ginger, called Gari in Japanese, is the sweet-and-sour ginger often served with sushi.It refreshes your palate between bites, so you can fully enjoy each piece.Made by marinating thinly sliced ginger in vinegar and sugar, it has ...

This vegan Daikon Mochi is simple, savory, and has a wonderfully chewy texture. Made mainly from grated daikon and potato starch, it comes together quickly with just a few ingredients. All you need to do is grate the daikon, mix it with ...

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...

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...

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...