by Kyrié the Foodié | Apr 19, 2026 | Appetizers, Izakaya Plates, Recipes, Traditional Japanese Dishes
Spinach goma-ae is a classic Japanese side dish that highlights how simple ingredients can be transformed into something deeply flavorful and satisfying. It’s blanched spinach tossed in a rich, nutty sesame dressing made from ground sesame seeds.I’ve never been...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Apr 17, 2026 | Asian Flavors, Entrées, High-Protein, Pasta
These Korean beef noodles were inspired by my viral Korean Beef Bowl recipe. They hit all the same flavors you guys love, but in a slightly different form: noodles! Who doesn’t love noodles, especially when they’re easy to make! The base flavors are...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Apr 15, 2026 | Curry, Recipes, Sauces + Condiments, Traditional Japanese Dishes
I love Japanese curry, and I grew up eating it almost every week. It’s comforting, rich, a little sweet, a little savory, and always hits the spot. And to be totally honest, I mostly cook it straight from the box. Those Japanese curry blocks are popular for a...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Apr 15, 2026 | Sauces + Condiments, Traditional Japanese Dishes
Furikake is a Japanese pantry staple that instantly makes rice more oomph. When buying furikake, there are so many flavors to choose from: salmon, wasabi, shiso, takana (mustard greens), shrimp, egg, seaweed blends, even kimchi-inspired versions. Every brand seems to...
by Kyrié the Foodié | Apr 15, 2026 | Sauces + Condiments, Traditional Japanese Dishes
I grew up eating rayu all the time – drizzled over ramen, spooned onto fried rice, into dipping sauce for gyoza, and added to hot pot for an extra kick. It was always on the table or in the cupboards. A small bottle packed with big flavor!Rayu (Japanese chili...
