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I grew up on Mexican food in California, but moving to the East Coast introduced me to an entirely different world of Latin-American cuisine. Instead of Carne Asada and Tacos al Pastor, Ropa Vieja and Sándwich Cubano ruled the streets, and it's here that I discovered the mild yet vibrant, comforting yet exciting world of […] The post Cuban Beef Picadillo (Picadillo Cubano) appeared first on…
Other Names kezuribushi, kezurikatsuo, hanakatsuo, shaved skipjack, shaved bonito Description This is a basic ingredient in the Japanese kitchen made from dried bonito (skipjack tuna) which is a fish prized for its high concentration of umami compounds. By drying it, the level of umami is further concentrated, making katsuobushi a core component of most Japanese … The post Katsuobushi: A Pillar of…
In Japan, Miso Salmon or sake no misozuke (鮭の味噌漬け) belongs to a category of dishes called misozuke, which means "pickled in miso." It's a traditional technique that cures fish in sweet white miso. The miso marinade seasons the fish while drawing out excess moisture, helping it stay fresh for up to a week. You might also hear it called saikyouzuke (西京漬け), named […] The post Miso Salmon appeared…
Autumn in a bowl. Recipe for Matsutake risotto with buttered bread crumbs. The post Matsutake Mushroom Risotto appeared first on Norecipes - Elevating Everyday Meals .
Whenever I visited my grandparents in Kyushu as a kid, there was one dish I always hoped would be on the table: zuke donburi (漬け丼), or marinated sashimi bowl. They usually made it with katsuo (skipjack tuna), but this method works beautifully with almost any sashimi-grade fish. Today, I'm showing you how to make my […] The post Salmon Sashimi Donburi appeared first on Norecipes - Elevating…
Sweet, savory, and endlessly satisfying, inari sushi is a beloved Japanese dish made by stuffing vinegared rice into pockets of seasoned fried tofu called inari. The tofu pouches are simmered in a sweet-savory broth until they're juicy and full of umami, then filled with bright, tangy sushi rice that balances the richness of the tofu […] The post Inari Sushi (Fried Tofu Pocket Sushi) appeared…
Crisp, salty, and packed with umami, Japanese pickled vegetables bring a burst of contrasting colors, textures, and tastes. Known as tsukemono (漬物) in Japanese cuisine, these aren't just condiments; they're an essential part of every Japanese meal. They cleanse the palate, preserve produce, and sneak in big flavor with minimal effort. From the light crunch […] The post 6 Japanese Pickled…
If you've ever visited Japan in the summertime, you might've seen street vendors selling whole salt pickled cucumbers on sticks-like a giant cucumber pop. Crisp, cold, and hydrating, they're the ultimate grab-and-go snack, but they are also the perfect accompaniment for a Japanese meal. Shiozuke (塩漬け, literally "salt pickle") is one of the oldest and […] The post Japanese Pickled Cucumber…
Asazuke (浅漬け) literally means "lightly pickled, and it's my go-to when I'm craving something crisp and refreshing to go with a Japanese meal. Although it is a type of tsukemono (漬物), this quick Japanese pickled cabbage isn't lacto-fermented like kimchi or nukazuke. It's more like a salad, having been lightly salted and pressed just long […] The post Asazuke (Japanese Pickled Cabbage) appeared…
If you've got carrots and soy sauce, you're just a few steps away from these savory-sweet Japanese pickled carrots. Shoyuzuke (醤油漬け) means "pickled in soy sauce," and it's a traditional Japanese method that uses the salt and deep umami of soy sauce to brine and preserve. I like to add a touch of dried chili […] The post Japanese Pickled Carrots in Soy Sauce appeared first on Norecipes - Elevating…
