japanese and historical/traditional

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Recipes

Nikuman / Butaman / Pork Bun

(4 reviews) Posted by Ms. See  

This is a steamed bun with a pork filling. I first tasted this in Japan, it warms you up on a cool day. And served with hot mustard and soy sauce it is perfection. I found this recipe by searching on the internet. MORE»

Recipe #225697

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Green Tea Mochi

(2 reviews) Posted by Jay Horita  

An elegant, tasteful, and easy-to-make spin-off of the "Apricot Mochi" recipe posted by Seb on this site. MORE»

Recipe #129134

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Perfect Short-Grain White Rice by Listening (Japanese, Korean, C

(16 reviews) Posted by Nose  

I never could cook short-grain East Asian-style rice until I learned this method from Japanese cookbooks. I knew what I was after: the rice should stick together enough that mouthfuls can easily be picked up with chopsticks, but not be at all... MORE»

Recipe #108409

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Gyoza

(3 reviews) Posted by Shasha  

I love these little dumplings! You will too! MORE»

Recipe #50518

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Tori to negi no suimono (Soup)

(1 reviews) Posted by Tish  

This is a Japanese delicate suimono soup makes an elegant first course...or final course for that matter MORE»

Recipe #50469

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Soy Sauce and Vinegar Flavoured Sardines

Posted by JustJanS  

This is posted in reply to Troy's request for more sardine recipes. I have eaten this in Japan, but never actually cooked it. It comes from a much loved cookbook whose simple recipes have never failed me though. MORE»

Recipe #47350

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Shu Mai (Japanese Steamed Wontons)

(2 reviews) Posted by Sue L  

Small little wontons with an open top, common to many Asian cuisines (Similar to Chinese Shao Mai). Great appetizers for Asian meals as well as entertaining. MORE»

Recipe #46466

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Teriyaki Marinade for Chicken or Steak

(16 reviews) Posted by papergoddess  

Very good all-purpose teryaki marinade for chicken or beef, but I've also used it with pork. MORE»

Recipe #44750

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Sweet Potato and Lemon Salad

(2 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

This is my translation of a yummy salad I've had cooked for me a couple of times by a young Japanese girl who lived with us. I wish you could see the original. MORE»

Recipe #43651

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Japanese Soba Noodles

(1 reviews) Posted by Sue L  

Light and pleasant, soba noodles are a refreshing dish to eat. Try serving them with California rolls. MORE»

Recipe #42618

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Pumpkin the Japanese Way.

(5 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

One of my most favourite Japanese side dishes made with one of my favourite vegetables. This is eaten at room temperature, and is especially tasty (I think). I usually make extra, as youngest son and I love the left-overs. MORE»

Recipe #41394

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Eggplant and Green Peppers Sauteed with Miso.

(1 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

This is a great side dish with a Japanese meal-or any Asian meal for that matter. MORE»

Recipe #41391

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Niku-Jaga (Flavoured Meat and Potatoes)

(4 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

Niku-jaga is a dish referred to as "mothers cooking", or homestyle I guess. It's popular particularly with kids. * Based on Ilysse's very honest review , I should point out that the meat needs to be REALLY thinly sliced, and the... MORE»

Recipe #41387

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Karaage-Japanese Fried Chicken

(13 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

This is very popular in Japan, and very popular with my children. It's also a favorite dish in the restaurant where I work. The Japanese are quite happy to eat this at room temperature too. Prep time includes marinating time. MORE»

Recipe #41381

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Okra Japanese Style

(4 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

I have seen the huge differences of opinion over okra on 'Zaar, so I just had to try this (my first ever okra) when it was offered to me in Japan. I'm now an okra convert, but maybe it was the simple and delicious way it was served to me! MORE»

Recipe #39163

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Sensei's Japanese Sweet & Sour Sauce

(7 reviews) Posted by S.E. Howard  

I like this a lot better than those recipes that call for pineapple juice. I got it from my Japanese Sensei at school. It's very nummy-yummy. MORE»

Recipe #30970

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Chilled Soba Noodles

(2 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

This dish is one of the delights of summer in my opinion! I first tasted it on the plane to Japan, and I've been hooked ever since. You can make it as simple or as complicated as you wish by adding more garnishes eg. shredded egg omlette, sake... MORE»

Recipe #30492

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Green Beans with Peanut Dressing

(5 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

One of the only ways I like green beans! This comes from Japanese Home Style Cooking, a book given to me by a girl who lived with us. Prep time includes allowing the beans to stand in the soy sauce. MORE»

Recipe #29967

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Spinach with Sesame Dressing (from Japanese Home Cooking)

(1 reviews) Posted by JustJanS  

This favourite of ours is posted by request. It's a lovely summer side dish, as it's served cold. MORE»

Recipe #29942

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Pickled Ginger (gari)

(6 reviews) Posted by 1Steve  

Pickled ginger is served with sushi. Try to eat pieces of pickled ginger between different kinds of sushi. It helps to clean your mouth and enhance the flavors. MORE»

Recipe #29707

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