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How to Wrap Onigiri?

Place a sheet of nori shiny side down Put the onigiri in the center or slightly below center Fold the bottom edge of the nori up...

How to Prepare Dashi?

Combine water and kombu in a pot Let the kombu soak for 20 to 30 minutes Heat the pot slowly until just before boiling Remove the kombu...

How to Make Japanese Mayo?

1 large egg yolk 1 tablespoon rice vinegar 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 teaspoon sugar 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 cup neutral oil Optional: 1 teaspoon lemon juice Whisk egg yolk, vinegar,...

How to Make Udon?

Mix 2 cups all-purpose flour with 3/4 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt Stir until a shaggy dough forms Knead the dough for 10 to 15...

How to Make Tonkotsu Broth?

Rinse pork bones thoroughly under cold water Soak bones in cold water for 30 minutes Place bones in a large pot and cover with fresh water Bring...

How to Make Spicy Tuna for Sushi?

Use sushi-grade tuna, finely diced or minced Mix tuna with Japanese mayonnaise Add sriracha or another chili sauce to taste Add a small amount of soy sauce Add...

How to Make Rice for Sushi?

Rinse 2 cups sushi rice in cold water until the water runs mostly clear Drain the rice well Add the rice and 2 1/2 cups water...

How to Make Dashi Broth?

Combine 4 cups water and 1 piece kombu in a pot Let it soak for 20 to 30 minutes Heat slowly until just before boiling Remove the...

How to Make Shrimp Tempura?

Peel and devein the shrimp, leaving the tails on Make shallow slits on the underside of each shrimp and gently press to straighten Pat the shrimp...

How to Make Sashimi?

Choose very fresh, sushi-grade fish or seafood from a trusted source Keep the fish chilled until ready to prepare Use a sharp knife Rinse and dry the...

How to Make Salmon Sushi?

Gather sushi rice, salmon sashimi-grade, nori, rice vinegar, sugar, salt, soy sauce, wasabi, and optional cucumber or avocado Rinse the sushi rice until the water...

How to Make Ramen Egg?

Bring a pot of water to a boil Gently lower eggs into the boiling water Boil for 6 to 7 minutes for jammy yolks Prepare an ice...

How to Make Hibachi Noodles?

Cook 8 oz noodles according to package directions Drain and rinse with cold water Heat 2 tbsp butter and 1 tbsp oil in a large skillet...

How to Make Hibachi Fried Rice?

Cook and chill 3 cups of white rice Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat Add 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon oil Add 1...

How to Make Gyoza Sauce?

2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons rice vinegar 1 teaspoon sesame oil 1/2 teaspoon chili oil or to taste 1/2 teaspoon sugar 1 teaspoon minced garlic or grated ginger,...

How to Make Chicken Katsu Sauce?

1/4 cup ketchup 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon sugar 1 teaspoon mirin 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon onion powder 1/4 teaspoon black...

How to Make Mochiko?

Rinse sweet rice until the water runs mostly clear Drain the rice well Steam or cook the sweet rice until fully tender Spread the cooked rice in...

How to Prepare Tempura Batter?

Sift 1 cup all-purpose flour into a bowl Add 1 egg Pour in 1 cup ice-cold water Mix lightly until just combined Leave the batter slightly lumpy Keep the...

How to Make Sticky Rice for Sushi?

Rinse 2 cups sushi rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear Drain the rice for 20 to 30 minutes Add the rice and...

How to Make Soba?

Gather soba noodles, water, and any desired toppings or sauce Bring a pot of water to a boil Add the soba noodles Cook according to package instructions,...

How to Make Natto?

Rinse 2 cups soybeans and soak in plenty of water for 12 to 18 hours Drain the soybeans and rinse again Steam or boil the soybeans...

How to Make Dango?

Gather shiratamako or mochiko, sugar, and water Mix the flour and sugar in a bowl Add water gradually and stir until a smooth dough forms Knead the...

How To Cook Sushi?

Rinse sushi rice until the water runs clear Cook the rice according to package instructions Mix rice vinegar, sugar, and salt Fold the seasoning into the hot...

How To Make Wasabi?

Wash fresh wasabi rhizome thoroughly Trim off any rough or damaged outer skin Use a fine grater, preferably sharkskin or ceramic Grate the wasabi in a circular...

How To Make Sushi Bake?

Cook 2 cups sushi rice and season with 1/4 cup rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon salt Press the rice into a greased...

How To Make Katsu?

Pound pork cutlets to even thickness Season lightly with salt and pepper Dredge in flour Dip in beaten egg Coat with panko breadcrumbs Press breadcrumbs on firmly Heat oil in...

How To Make Hibachi?

Heat a large skillet, griddle, or wok over medium-high heat Add oil and let it get hot Cook bite-size pieces of chicken, shrimp, steak, or vegetables...

How To Make Gyoza Dumplings?

Mix ground pork, finely chopped cabbage, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, and pepper Stir until the filling becomes sticky and well...

How To Season Sushi Rice?

Rinse sushi rice until the water runs mostly clear Cook the rice according to package or rice cooker instructions Combine rice vinegar, sugar, and salt in...

How To Make Sushi Rice In Rice Cooker?

Rinse 2 cups sushi rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear Drain the rice well Add the rinsed rice to the rice cooker Add...

How To Make Soba Noodles?

Boil a large pot of water Add soba noodles Stir gently to prevent sticking Cook until tender, usually 4 to 6 minutes Drain the noodles Rinse under cold water Drain...

How To Make Seaweed Salad?

Gather dried seaweed, water, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, sesame seeds, and optional cucumber Rinse the dried seaweed thoroughly Soak the seaweed in cold...

How To Make Ramen With Egg?

Boil 2 cups of water in a pot Add ramen noodles and cook for 2 to 3 minutes Stir in the seasoning packet Crack an egg into...

How To Make Ramen At Home?

Boil 2 cups of water Add ramen noodles Cook for 2 to 4 minutes until tender Stir in the seasoning packet or your preferred broth base Add sliced...

How To Make Origini Rice Balls?

Cook short-grain rice until tender and slightly sticky Let the rice cool until easy to handle Wet your hands lightly with water Sprinkle salt on your hands...

How To Make Onigiri Balls?

Cook Japanese short-grain rice Let the rice cool until warm enough to handle Wet your hands with water Sprinkle salt on your hands Take a handful of rice Add...

How To Make Dashi Stock?

Combine water and kombu in a pot Let the kombu soak in the water for 20 to 30 minutes Heat the water slowly over medium-low heat Remove...

How To Prepare Onigiri?

Cook short-grain Japanese rice Let the rice cool slightly until warm enough to handle Prepare fillings if desired, such as salmon, tuna mayo, pickled plum, or...

How To Prepare Edamame?

Rinse the edamame under cold water Bring a pot of salted water to a boil Add the edamame to the boiling water Boil for 3 to 5...

How To Make Udon Noodles?

Mix 2 cups all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a bowl Dissolve 3/4 cup warm water in 1 teaspoon baking soda if desired, then...

How To Make Miso Soup From Paste?

Boil water in a pot Reduce heat to low Add dashi if using Put miso paste in a small bowl Ladle a little hot broth into the bowl Whisk...

How To Make Tempura Batter?

1 cup all-purpose flour 1 large egg 1 cup ice-cold water 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Beat the egg lightly Add the ice-cold water Mix in the flour, salt,...

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