During my first pastry chef position at a hotel in Japan, we regularly prepared this rich, velvety kabocha pumpkin flan for the …
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What is Koji? The Essential Guide to Japan’s Fermentation Wonder
by NorieWHAT IS KOJI? Koji is a cultured grain that serves as the heart and soul of Japanese fermentation. It is created by …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeNo BakeSweets/DessertsVeganVegetarianWagashi 101
Matcha Strawberry Mochi (Ichigo Daifuku): Pro Recipe & Secret to Freshness
by NorieI have been making homemade daifuku for as long as I can remember. Naturally, Ichigo Daifuku (strawberry mochi) has always held a …
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Crispy Fig & Brie Spring Rolls (Japanese Harumaki)
by NorieThere is something undeniably satisfying about biting into a golden, shattering-crispy Japanese spring roll (harumaki). But when you bite through that crunchy …
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Condiments & SpreadsFermentation & KojiHealthyJapaneseNo Bake
2-Ingredient Homemade “Cream Cheese” with Shio Koji
by NorieA gentle, probiotic-rich spread made from plain yogurt and Japanese fermentation—perfect for morning bagels or an airy whipped fruit dessert. If you …
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Light & Airy Cheesecake Whipped Cream
by NorieEarly in my pastry career, among all the complex techniques and elaborate components I learned, this simple recipe immediately became a staple. …
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Easy Homemade DIY Sprinkles (No Egg Whites!)
by NorieI won’t buy store-bought sprinkles ever again after realizing how easy, fun, and customizable it is to make them at home! Plus, …
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No-Sugar Japanese Spinach Goma Ae (Naturally Sweetened with Ama Koji & Shoyu Koji)
by NorieGoma ae is one of the very traditional side dishes in Japan, and it’s so easy to make, so I have made …
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Healthy Ama Koji Panna Cotta with Blueberry Sauce
by NorieSeeking a sweet treat that feels genuinely nourishing without sacrificing taste? This Ama Koji Panna Cotta is one of my personal favorites. …
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Versatile Easy Homemade Strawberry Sauce
by NorieIn a professional pastry kitchen, an easy homemade strawberry sauce is one of the most versatile preps you can keep on hand. …
