If youβve never triedΒ Mille-Feuille Nabe, youβre in for the coziest, most comforting Japanese hotpot. Traditionally cooked on the stovetop, this dish layers napa cabbage and thinly sliced pork (like a savory cabbage βlasagnaβ soup) then simmers everything gently in a…
FamiChiki Rice Cooker Recipe (One-Pot Chicken & Rice)
If youβve ever been to Japan, then youβve likely experienced the magic of FamiChiki. Famichiki is FamilyMartβs iconic fried chicken thatβs irresistibly juicy on the inside, crispy on the outside, and packed with flavor. While the original is deep-fried to…
Oyakodon in Rice Cooker (One-Pot Japanese Chicken & Egg Bowl)
If youβre craving Japanese comfort food but donβt want to stand over the stove, this rice cooker Oyakodon is the perfect solution. Oyakodon translates to βparent and child bowlββwith oya meaning parent (chicken), ko short for kodomo meaning child (egg),…
Beef Yakiniku (Japanese BBQ)
Beef yakiniku is a Japanese BBQ usually grilled over an iron plate or charcoal. The wordΒ yakiΒ or yaku in Japanese means to grill, andΒ nikuΒ translates meat. This recipe is easy yakiniku done at home with a pan (or wok). It’s super easy…
Salmon onigiri (rice ball)
Onigiri is often thought to have a savory filling encased in soft, chewy rice, shaped in a triangle. However, onigiri can be made using mixed rice, where all the ingredients are mixed together before molding into a triangle. This recipe…
Japanese Hamburger Steak γγ³γγΌγ°
Japanese hamburger steak or hambagu is a popular Western-style Japanese dish enjoyed at home, at yoshoku (Western-style) restaurants, or in Bentos. The thick, juicy hamburger patty with a sweet, tangy sauce is the perfect combo with rice. Hamburger Steak Ingredients:…
Temaki Sushi (Hand Roll)
Temaki sushi is a popular type of sushi in Japanese cuisine. It is known as “hand roll” because it is made by hand without special tools or molds. The term “temaki” translates to “hand-rolled” in Japanese. Use this temaki sushi…
Creamy Miso Ramen
Creamy miso ramen is a spin on traditional miso ramen. It features a rich and creamy broth made by incorporating creamy ingredients such as mayo or peanut butter. This recipe requires zero cooking and will surprise you with how rich,…
Curry Recipe in Rice Cooker
Curry is typically made with ground meats and minced vegetables stirred-fried in various aromatics and spices. You may be more familiar with Japanese curry, where thick curry sauce is poured over a bed of hot rice. This recipe is more…
Pepper Lunch in Rice Cooker
Pepper Lunch is a popular Japanese fast-food chain specializing in teppanyaki-style dishes. The signature dish at Pepper Lunch is a “pepper steak” or “pepper rice” meal, typically consisting of thinly sliced beef, vegetables, and their house special sauce. This recipe…
Miso Carbonara Udon
Miso carbonara udon is an umami packed dish that combines flavors from the best of both worlds – Italian and Japanese. This recipe is nothing close to the traditional way of making either, but combining the two makes this dish…
Dashi (Japanese Stock) – How to make the best dashi
Dashi is a type of stock, similar to chicken or beef stock, that is used in many Japanese dishes. There are many different ways to make dashi, however, the most commonly used dashi is made from katsuobushi (bonito flakes) and…
