Sauces / Dressings

The Story Behind My Go-To Wafu Dressing Having worked in numerous Japanese kitchens across both Japan and New York City, I’ve made—and …

Whenever I find incredible, fresh eggs at the farmers’ market, it immediately inspires me to make homemade mayonnaise. Ever since I started …

Ama Koji (甘麹) is a concentrated form of amazake made by fermenting rice koji with water (and optionally cooked rice). Without a …

What is Shoyu Koji? Soy Sauce + Koji = Ultimate Umami It goes without saying that Shoyu Koji is a powerhouse fermented …

This multi-purpose umami bomb brings a mellow, golden sweetness and depth to your cooking. Think of it as a living seasoning that …

Homemade nut butter is a revelation. While it is incredibly easy to make, the depth of flavor you get from roasting your …

Forget thin, watery vinaigrettes. This Fermented Carrot Koji Dressing is what I call an “eating-style” sauce—thick, vibrant, and packed with enough substance …

If you’ve ever wondered how professional kitchens and busy cafés serve perfectly smooth matcha drinks without the long wait of traditional whisking, …

This matcha paste is a total game-changer. It’s my “secret weapon” for a perfectly smooth matcha latte in seconds, but it’s far …

If you love a good salted caramel, you are going to fall in love with this homemade miso caramel sauce. Miso brings …