I teamed up with Shin-sen-gumi to make this burger with a spicy, Japanese twist using their spicy miso! This spicy miso salmon burger will become a staple during grilling season. If you’re looking for a unique burger option, I recommend making salmon burgers. I often make a variation of this […]
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Pork Rice Roll / ポークライスロール
A smaller, elevated version of a Pork Rice Roll from Tokyo Disney Sea! Crispy pork wrapped around soft steamed rice in a slightly sweet sauce. In case you haven’t heard, Tokyo Disney Sea’s food is AMAZING. They have so many unique items (like milk tea flavored popcorn and scallop croquette […]
Tamago Sando (Egg Salad Sandwich) / たまごサンド
Tamago Sando is a beloved Japanese sandwich has grown in popularity worldwide recently thanks to Japanese konbini (convenience stores). I grew up eating tamago sando (たまごサンド), like all Japanese people, and it’s definitely one of my favorite Japanese sandwiches (alongside Japanese tuna sandwiches). It’s really easy to make so it’s […]
Matcha Waffles / 抹茶ワッフル
Matcha Waffles (抹茶ワッフル) are a perfect sweet treat for breakfast or dessert! I love making Belgian waffles at home and adding matcha just seemed so natural. While these are great as breakfast waffles (topped with some maple syrup and butter), waffles in Japan are typically desserts and that is where […]
Nikudango (Japanese Pork Meatballs) / 肉団子
Nikudango are tasty pork meatballs in a light sweet and sour sauce and are a great addition to any meal! Nikudango (肉団子) is another one of those items that you don’t often see at restaurants but people often make at home. The name literally means meat (niku) and ball (dango) […]
Honey + Strawberry Pocky Ice Cream
A fun ice cream flavor using a favorite Japanese snack: POCKY! This Honey and Strawberry Pocky Ice Cream tastes like frozen nostalgia. Have you had Pocky before? They are biscuit sticks that are coated in different flavors of frosting (like chocolate or strawberry) – and have been one of Japan’s […]