Whenever I find incredible, fresh eggs at the farmers’ market, it immediately inspires me to make homemade mayonnaise. Ever since I started …
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Beauty FoodFermentation & KojiIngredients GuideJapaneseRice Cooker RecipesSauces / Dressings
Ama Koji (Sweet Koji): The Perfect All-Natural Sugar Substitute
by NorieAma Koji (甘麹) is a concentrated form of amazake made by fermenting rice koji with water (and optionally cooked rice). Without a …
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Dairy-freeFermentation & KojiGluten-freeIngredients GuideJapaneseSauces / Dressings
How to Make Homemade Shoyu Koji (Soy Sauce Koji)
by NorieWhat is Shoyu Koji? Soy Sauce + Koji = Ultimate Umami It goes without saying that Shoyu Koji is a powerhouse fermented …
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Dairy-freeFermentation & KojiGluten-freeIngredients GuideJapaneseSauces / Dressings
How to Make Shio Koji (塩麹)
by NorieThis multi-purpose umami bomb brings a mellow, golden sweetness and depth to your cooking. Think of it as a living seasoning that …
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Macadamia Nut Butter
by NorieHomemade nut butter is a revelation. While it is incredibly easy to make, the depth of flavor you get from roasting your …
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Beauty FoodFermentation & KojiHealthyJapaneseMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)Rice Cooker RecipesSauces / Dressings
Fermented Carrot Koji Dressing
by NorieForget thin, watery vinaigrettes. This Fermented Carrot Koji Dressing is what I call an “eating-style” sauce—thick, vibrant, and packed with enough substance …
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Beauty FoodDrinksGluten-freeJapaneseMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)Sauces / DressingsVegan
The Perfect Matcha Syrup
by NorieIf you’ve ever wondered how professional kitchens and busy cafés serve perfectly smooth matcha drinks without the long wait of traditional whisking, …
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JapaneseNo BakeSauces / DressingsSweets/Desserts
Matcha Paste: The Professional Secret to a Clump-Free Life
by NorieThis matcha paste is a total game-changer. It’s my “secret weapon” for a perfectly smooth matcha latte in seconds, but it’s far …
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Easy Miso Caramel Sauce Recipe (Better Than Salted Caramel!)
by NorieIf you love a good salted caramel, you are going to fall in love with this homemade miso caramel sauce. Miso brings …
