Umami’s Magic Dusting Powder
Umami: It’s the 5th flavor. You know, as in; sweet, salty, bitter, sour and… umami. It’s a savoriness, also described as brothy. You’ve tasted it a million times, like when you had that mind-blowing...
View ArticleBo Ssam
I had it all planned, my menu that is. I was going to grill a whole beef tenderloin (indirectly, over charcoal, of course) and serve it with potato gratin and a show stopper salad that included bacon...
View ArticleSlow Cooker Asian Beef Short Ribs
Braising all day in this Asian sauce, the boneless beef ribs come out so tender and flavorful. They are great served with wasabi mashed potatoes and sautéed, sesame broccoli. 1 cup beef broth 2...
View ArticleHealthy Fried Rice
This is one of the few dinners that my family will eat harmoniously. Everyone in m family likes this recipe (vegetarian, cheese-phobe, carnivore, even picky Nicky– everyone!) All of the measurements...
View ArticleKale, Wakame and Asparagus Salad
Sorta can’t get healthier than this one. That is tastes good is just bonus. Dressing 2 tablespoons tamari or soy sauce 2 teaspoons white wine or rice vinegar 1 teaspoon ume plum vinegar (find it in...
View ArticleCreamy Miso Farro w/ Soft Tofu
You are probably in one of two camps with the recipe: Either it sounds delicious, or disastrous. I’m in the first camp and after having it for dinner last night and breakfast this morning I can tell...
View ArticleCrazy-Good Grilled Chicken
Key to the success of this marinade is to give the flavors time to penetrate the chicken– at least 4 hours, but 24 hours is better. Slightly spicy, super fresh– this grills up addicting chicken! Serve...
View ArticleShabu Shabu
Nope, never been to Japan, but I do love me some Japanese food. Since the Honda plant moved to central Ohio in the 1980s, bringing with it loads of Japanese executives, and their wives clamoring for...
View ArticleAsian Tofu Stew
I am fascinated by all Asian cuisines. I love nothing more than to sit down with a cup of green tea and pore over recipes books from the far East—really studying the ingredients, foods and cultures. My...
View ArticleChawan Mushi (savory Japanese custard)
So healthy and delicious! The idea of this dish intrigued me. A custard made without sugar, cream or dairy? Savory and full of umami– it is delicious! Because of the texture, it’s not for everyone, but...
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