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Japanese Curry From Scratch

Marc Matsumoto — Wed, 25 Oct 2023 08:06:32 +0000

Japanese curry, also known as Curry Rice (カレーライス - karé raisu), is the ultimate comfort food in Japan. While loaded with a blend of over a dozen different spices, it tends to be milder than its Indian or Thai counterparts, and it has a rich texture and comforting sweetness that makes it a hit with...

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Tamagoyaki (Japanese Omelette)

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 22 Oct 2023 08:57:05 +0000

Tamagoyaki is a sweet and savory Japanese omelette that's subtly seasoned and cooked in thin layers that are rolled together before being sliced. It's a quintessential part of Japanese cuisine, and it's one of those dishes that reminds most people in Japan about their mom's home cooking. And the best part? It's surprisingly easy to...

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Best Oyakodon (Chicken & Egg Rice Bowl)

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 15 Oct 2023 13:00:00 +0000

I know the term "best" is subjective, but after experimenting with different methods for making Oyako Donburi for over a dozen years, I can confidently say this is the best Oyakodon recipe for most people. That's because it recreates the tastes and textures of Oyakodon from high-end restaurants in Japan using chicken and eggs that...

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Chinese Garlic Green Beans

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 01 Oct 2023 13:13:41 +0000

Green beans are a humble ingredient, but when prepared well, they can pop off the plate with a luminous green hue that sings with a tender, crunchy texture in each bite. These Chinese Garlic Green Beans hit all the right notes with a chorus of textures and flavors thanks to a few traditional Chinese techniques....

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Salmon Onigiri

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 24 Sep 2023 16:18:40 +0000

Most countries have some dishes that will remind most of their people of mom's home cooking. In Japan, Salmon Onigiri (鮭おにぎり) comes near the top of that list. With tender flakes of salt-cured salmon enveloped in a layer of rice, this self-contained meal offers the perfect blend of deliciousness and portability, making it a staple...

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Hunan Chicken

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 17 Sep 2023 13:56:55 +0000

Ready to transform your notion of what Hunan Chicken can be? This Chinese-American classic marries traditional Hunan cuisine's robust, spicy zing with the approachable, family-friendly essence of your favorite Chinese take-out restaurant. With succulent chicken thighs marinated with Shaoxing wine, soy sauce, and a kiss of ginger. These tender morsels sizzle and mingle with an...

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Pomodoro Sauce with Spaghetti

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 03 Sep 2023 12:58:40 +0000

Few dishes encapsulate the soul of Italian cooking quite like Spaghetti with Pomodoro sauce. Simple yet incredibly flavorful, you'd never guess how delicious a sauce made from just five ingredients can be. The keys, of course, are good ingredients combined with solid techniques, and in this week's post, I'm going to show you everything you...

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Crying Tiger Beef with Nam Jim Jaew Sauce

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 20 Aug 2023 12:33:27 +0000

Hailing from Isan in the northeast of Thailand, Suea Rong Hai (เสือร้องไห้) literally means "crying tiger." The name is steeped in conflicting folklore, but what's not in dispute is the addicting combination of succulent grilled beef with a spicy Thai BBQ sauce called Nam Jim Jaew. Traditionally made with brisket, the beef is infused with...

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Seaweed Salad (Wakame Salad)

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 07:37:47 +0000

Seaweed Salad is known as Kaisou Sarada (海藻サラダ) here in Japan, and it refers to any salad that includes seaweed in it (not a specific dish). It's a common way of using sea vegetables at home, and I love dressing it in a sweet and tangy sesame dressing that makes it very similar to the packaged ones...

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Kinako (Roasted Soybean Powder)

Marc Matsumoto — Sun, 23 Jul 2023 07:21:04 +0000

Kinako, also known as roasted soybean powder, is a classic condiment used in wagashi for coating traditional Japanese sweets. As the soybeans slowly roast, their natural sugars caramelize, unlocking a delicate, nutty flavor reminiscent of toasted hazelnuts. Once ground into a delicate powder, this one-ingredient wonder becomes a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire, ready...

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