There is nothing quite as satisfying as slicing into a perfectly cooked, edge-to-edge medium-rare steak. If you are looking for a foolproof …
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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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Beauty FoodDairy-freeGluten-freeHealthy SnacksIngredients GuideKetoNo BakeSauces / DressingsVegan
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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As the heat of summer approaches, there is a particular dessert that I find myself returning to year after year. In the …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeJapaneseRiceRice Cooker RecipesSide DishesVeganWashoku 101
How to Cook Japanese Rice
by NorieIf you want to learn how to cook Japanese rice perfectly, you aren’t just learning a recipe—you are learning the heart of …
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AmericanBeauty FoodBreakfast / BrunchDairy-freeGluten-freeHealthyHealthy SnacksJapaneseMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)No BakeSweets/DessertsVegan
Matcha Coconut Chia Pudding
by NorieLooking for a nutritious, energizing, and delicious breakfast that’s ready when you wake up? This Matcha Coconut Chia Pudding is my go-to …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeJapaneseSweets/DessertsVeganVegetarian
Fruit Daifuku (Fresh Fruit Mochi Recipe)
by NorieIf you love mochi ice cream, you are in for a treat. These vibrant, colorful fruit daifuku bring together juicy fresh fruit, …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeJapaneseNo BakeSnacksSweets/DessertsVeganVegetarianWagashi 101
How to Make Gyuhi (求肥)/Sweet Soft Mochi
by NorieSweet, soft mochi wrapped around ice cream is a global favorite, but in Japan, this specific style of pillowy dough is called …
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Dairy-freeGluten-freeJapaneseMake-Ahead (Meal Prep)No BakeSweets/DessertsVeganVegetarianWagashi 101
How to Make Shiro An (白あん)/ White Bean Paste
by NorieShiro An (白あん) is one of the most essential building blocks of traditional Japanese sweets (wagashi). However, finding high-quality, smooth white bean …
