Karaage is Japanese-style fried chicken that’s been marinated in a flavorful mix of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and mirin, then coated in potato starch and fried until irresistibly crispy.It’s a popular izakaya (Japanese pub) dish, where it’s commonly served as a small...
My Japanese Barbecue Pulled Pork made in the Instant Pot is one of those dishes that hits the sweet spot between effort and reward. It’s deeply flavorful, tender, and savory-sweet - thanks to a soy sauce-based BBQ sauce with hints of garlic, ginger, mirin, and tomato...
I grew up eating Mapo Tofu all the time—specifically the Japanese version, known as mābō dōfu. It was a household staple: mild, comforting, and kid-friendly, usually made without the tongue-tingling Szechuan peppercorns you'd find in its Chinese counterpart.As I got...
My Easy Salmon and Edamame Rice Cooker Recipe has quickly become one of my favorite weeknight dinners. It’s a simple, one-pot recipe that delivers on both flavor and convenience.Everything cooks together in the rice cooker—salmon, edamame, and rice infused with soy...
Shokupan (食パン) is a Japanese milk bread known for its soft, pillowy texture and slightly sweet, milky flavor. It’s a staple in many Japanese households and is typically sold in thick, square or rectangular loaves. The name literally means “eating bread,” and while it...
Do I need to have a fancy rice cooker to make your rice cooker meals?This is a question I am asked all the time. The answer is NO!Just like anything, generally, the higher the quality, the better. But you can make my rice cooker meals in a cheap rice cooker!Click on...
My chocolate mochi brownies are the perfect fusion of classic fudgy brownies and chewy Japanese mochi.Made with glutinous rice flour, they have a distinctive bounce and satisfying chew that sets them apart from anything made with regular wheat flour. The texture is...
Chicken Tikka Masala is one of the most popular Indian dishes in the US - for good reason! Tender pieces of chicken in a rich, creamy, deeply spiced tomato sauce. But what surprises a lot of people is just how approachable and easy it actually is to make at home.At...
Hawaiian Mac Salad is one of those humble side dishes that somehow manages to steal the show. If you've ever had a traditional Hawaiian plate lunch, you know that the creamy, slightly tangy mac salad nestled next to a scoop of white rice and savory meat is essential....
If you're looking for an easy, flavorful protein to meal prep or whip up on a busy weeknight, my Instant Pot Shredded Teriyaki Chicken is what you've been looking for!With simple ingredients and minimal hands-on time, you get juicy, tender chicken that’s been infused...
My Mille-Feuille Nabe in a rice cooker is a total game-changer for anyone who has limited space in their kitchen or wants a set-it-and-forget-it meal.The name "Mille-Feuille Nabe" comes from two parts: mille feuille, which means “a thousand layers” in French (think of...
My Cheesy Rice Paper Dumplings with Spicy Buldak Noodles are a fusion of textures and bold, spicy flavors. I'd seen similar dumplings across social media, that looked so good (thank you pregnancy cravings!) so I made my own version.Wrapped in delicate, chewy rice...
My classic Hawaiian Butter Mochi is a beloved treat that's equal parts nostalgic comfort food and unique cultural fusion. With its chewy, bouncy texture and rich, buttery flavor, butter mochi stands out from other desserts. It's so unique and a...
Sometimes the best meals come from a fridge clean-out—and that’s exactly how this One-Pot Spicy and Creamy Enoki Mushroom dish was born. I had some leftover chicken sausage and enoki mushrooms hanging around, and instead of letting them go to waste, I threw...
Jeff asked me to make chicken biryani at home after we’d enjoyed it countless times at our favorite Indian restaurant. I wanted to recreate that rich, spiced flavor but in a way that was simple and foolproof, so I decided to use my rice cooker.Traditional biryani is...
Kyrié is a half-Japanese food content creator and avid home cook who specializes in Asian cuisine, with a focus on Japanese. She loves developing recipes and sharing approachable yet authentic meals. When she’s not in the kitchen, she’s helping her husband Jeff tend to their garden, or on some artistic venture.
