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nog-a-sake

nog-a-sake by Devin

Perfect recipe to ring in the new year. A different take on egg nog Also low on calories! Enjoy and happy new year!

1 vote
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Buri Daikon (Japanese amberjack or yellowtail simmered with daikon)

Buri Daikon (Japanese amberjack or yellowtail simmered with daikon) by ochikeron

Buri Daikon is typical Japanese home-cooked meal! The recipe vary from home to home, so here I will write mine ;)

2 votes
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Japanese “Rare” Cheesecake

Japanese “Rare” Cheesecake by Henry Moline

No bake cheesecakes are called “rare cheesecakes” in Japan. It is a soft type of cheesecake and usually gelatin is used to harden the filling. Rare cheesecakes are chilled and served with fresh fruits or fruit sauces. It is a very easy cheesecake to make at home

1 vote
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Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry

Chicken Teriyaki Stir Fry by Salad Foodie

This recipe was featured in "30 Minute Meals" (Rachael Ray Magazine 6/15) and we agreed it's a keeper. I didn't meet the half hour timeline though, because while the cooking is fast, there's measuring and chopping to accomplish. Nevertheless I think you'll enjoy serving this healthy and satisfying stir fry. Note: Beef or pork would…

1 vote
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Famous Nagano Kabucha & Shitake Soup

Famous Nagano Kabucha & Shitake Soup by John Spottiswood

When I lived in Japan for 2 years I was introduced to many delicious foods. One of my most distinct food memories is of a hot, piping Kabucha (Japanese Pumpkin) soup I had in Nagano Prefecture after a very cold day of skiing. As is common in Japan, this was a small restaurant which was famous for and served almost nothing other than…

6 votes
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Sweet Red Shrimp Sashimi

Sweet Red Shrimp Sashimi by Yu

If you find fresh, live sweet red shrimp, this is the best way to enjoy its sweetness.

1 vote
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Shrimp and Tofu Donburi

Shrimp and Tofu Donburi by John Spottiswood

I adapted this recipe from a mixed tempura donburi, substituting fresh shrimp and tofu without the tempura batter. The result is a healthier, and still very tasty, dish that our whole family really enjoys. You can use chicken or salmon in place of the shrimp, and it is equally delicious! Donburi's are wonderful cold weather food.…

3 votes
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Sukiyaki

Sukiyaki by Nancy Miyasaki

This is one of the great traditional dishes of Japan. In Japanese "suki" means to like, and "yaki" means to broil or grill. Modern sukiyaki is boiled in a pot, but you can think of it as "cooked how you like it". Pick from the ingredients listed below (our family always picks 7 of them), and have a great meal. The sweet broth and…

3 votes
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How to mae black garlic

How to mae black garlic by chefgonin

On several occasions have you heard of black garlic and its almost miraculous properties for our body, but ...... You know it is and as it occurs ?. The black garlic is produced for the first time in Japan. Apparently a scientist began researching how to reduce the strong smell of common garlic ( Allium sativum ), so one of the…

1 vote
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Crispy Baked Parmesan Garlic Edamame

Crispy Baked Parmesan Garlic Edamame by Culinary Envy

Crispy Baked Parmesan Garlic Edamame is an absolutely delicious sweet/salty high-protein healthy snack.

1 vote
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Fried Lotus Roots

Fried Lotus Roots by Yuri Matsuura

Just try this recipe ! It is very good for appetizer and also for children's snack.

1 vote
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Yoshie's Curried Beef and Rice

Yoshie's Curried Beef and Rice by Salad Foodie

Her name was Yoshie and she was my houseguest for ten days many years ago. She spoke 7 languages and was a chaperone from Tokyo with a teen 4-H exchange program. Yoshie loved to cook and wanted to prepare dinner every night for us. Did we protest? Not! Curried Beef and Rice was a thumbs-up favorite of teens and families wherever…

1 vote
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Persimmon with Tofu source (Shira-ae)

Persimmon with Tofu source (Shira-ae) by Yuri Matsuura

Shira-ae is one of traditional recipe. Tofu dressing is very healthy and taste good. With little oil and rich protein. It is also delicious with any vegitables; cucumber, boiled carrot (seasoned with soy sauce and mirin in advance), wakame...

2 votes
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