by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 12, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Entrées, High-Protein, Japanese-Inspired Dishes
This garlic miso chicken is one of those quietly powerful dishes where a simple marinade does all the heavy lifting. Miso forms the backbone, bringing deep umami and savoriness, while mirin and brown sugar balance it out with gentle sweetness. Soy sauce reinforces the...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 10, 2026 | Appetizers, Asian Flavors, Fried Food, High-Protein, Izakaya Plates, Traditional Japanese Dishes
Agedashi Tofu is one of the most underrated Japanese dishes outside of Japan. At its core, it’s simply tofu that’s fried until delicate and crisp on the outside, then served in a savory dashi-based broth. But its simplicity is deceptive. The contrast between the...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 8, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Dumplings, Recipes
Dumplings (known as “gyoza” in Japanese) are a beloved dish that I grew up on. I have fond memories of stuffing wrappers with pork filling in my mom’s kitchen. They embody a “labor of love” in their preparation. Making gyoza from scratch...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 6, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Entrées, Izakaya Plates, Traditional Japanese Dishes
Inarizushi is a simple yet deeply comforting type of sushi made with seasoned sushi rice tucked inside sweet-and-savory pockets of simmered tofu, known as aburaage. Unlike more elaborate sushi, inarizushi is humble and homey, with a balance of sweetness, saltiness,...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jan 4, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Dairy-Free, Entrées, High-Protein, Japanese-Inspired Dishes, Nut-Free, One-Pot Dishes
Japanese curry has always been deeply nostalgic for me. My mom would make it almost every week growing up. It’s a dish that many Japanese households eat regularly, whether it’s served with rice on a busy weeknight or cooked with udon. The warm, gently spiced flavor is...
