by Kyrié the Foodié | Jul 9, 2026 | Entrées, Garden-to-Table, Noodle Dishes, Traditional Japanese Dishes
With how hot and humid Japanese summers are, Hiyashi Chuka (冷やし中華) is the perfect summer dish. It consists of chilled ramen noodles topped with a variety of colorful ingredients. It’s a refreshing option, perfect to help you cool down. I sort of think of it as a...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jul 7, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Traditional Japanese Dishes
1. How to Wrap Onigiri Like Japanese Convenience Stores Learn how to wrap onigiri using the same method as Japanese convenience stores to keep the seaweed perfectly crisp until you’re ready to eat. 2. Hiyashi Chuka – Cold Noodle Salad A refreshing Japanese...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jul 4, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Entrées, Korean Dishes, Noodle Dishes
This is one of my favorite dishes to eat in the summer when it’s hot out – Bibim Guksu (비빔국수), or Cold Spicy Korean Mixed Noodles. It’s light, refreshing, and packed with bold, spicy flavors that wake up your taste buds.Made with thin wheat noodles...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jul 1, 2026 | Appetizers, Asian Flavors, Dairy-Free, Grill, Izakaya Plates, Japanese Treats, Traditional Japanese Dishes, Vegan, Vegetarian
Yaki Onigiri, or Japanese grilled rice balls, are a little twist on traditional onigiri (Japanese rice balls). After shaping rice into a triangle or oval, the rice balls are grilled. The outside then becomes golden brown and crisp. They’re often brushed with a...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Jun 29, 2026 | Donburi (Japanese Rice Bowls), Entrées, High-Protein, Japanese-Inspired Dishes
I’ve always loved how a few simple Japanese pantry staples can make everyday ingredients into something amazing. This Miso Ginger Pork Donburi does just that!! It’s packed with savory, slightly sweet flavors from miso, fresh ginger, soy sauce, and onions....
