by Kyrié the Foodié | Feb 13, 2026 | Dessert, Gluten-Free, Japanese Treats, Recipes, Traditional Japanese Dishes
I love getting Purin at cafés in Japan, but you can also find it in convenience stores and bakeries. Purin (プリン) is a Japanese-style custard pudding, similar to flan or crème caramel. It has a smooth, creamy texture with a lightly sweet egg custard...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Feb 3, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Soups, Traditional Japanese Dishes
Dashi is the backbone of Japanese cooking and one of the main reasons Japanese food tastes so deeply savory yet clean and light. It does a lot of the heavy lifting in Japanese dishes! Rather than relying on long-simmered bones or heavy aromatics, dashi is typically...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 29, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Dairy-Free, Japanese-Inspired Dishes, Rice Cooker Dishes, Traditional Japanese Dishes
Fried rice is one of those dishes that is both comforting and versatile, and this simple version is a perfect example. With just a handful of ingredients – garlic, ginger, green onions, peas and carrots, soy sauce, and a touch of sesame oil – this recipe...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 29, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Entrées, High-Protein, Japanese-Inspired Dishes
Teppanyaki-style cooking doesn’t have to be flashy or complicated to be good! And this chicken and veggie dish is proof. It’s built on simplicity, letting a few familiar ingredients do exactly what they’re supposed to do. Everything hits the pan hot, cooks fast, and...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 27, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Dairy-Free, Garden-to-Table, Japanese-Inspired Dishes, Nut-Free, Sauces + Condiments
Carrot-ginger dressing is a staple of Japanese-style restaurants, instantly recognizable by its vibrant orange color and bright, savory-sweet flavor. Funny enough, this actually isn’t really served in Japan. But regardless, it’s definitely delish!Often...
