Sweet, savory miso sauce slathered on warm, fluffy rice balls, this Miso Yaki Onigiri is such a simple and humble dish, yet so deliciously comforting. Perfect for a summer picnic, afternoon snack for your children, or midnight treat for yourself!
Cherry Blossom Rice Balls 桜のおにぎり
Representing the elegance of the changing season with trees in full bloom, these Cherry Blossom Rice Balls are a perfect dish to bring to a spring picnic!
Japanese Fried Rice with Edamame, Tofu and Hijiki Seaweed 枝豆とひじきのチャーハン
Super easy, copycat recipe for Trader Joe’s popular Japanese Fried Rice with Edamame, Tofu, and Hijiki Seaweed! Keep the ingredients stocked in your kitchen, and you can make this delicious fried rice any time, any day. It’s gluten free and vegetarian/vegan!
Chicken Tempura (Toriten) とり天
Chicken Tempura is a regional favorite in Oita Prefecture of Kyushu region in Japan. With a crispy and fluffy batter on the outside and juicy and tender meat inside, this Chicken Tempura is best enjoyed by dipping with karashi mustard ponzu sauce.
Kinpira Renkon (Japanese Lotus Root Stir Fry) きんぴら蓮根
Crisp yet tender with bursts of sweet and savory flavors, Kinpira Renkon, or Japanese Lotus Root Stir Fry, is a classic home-cooked side dish.
Simmered Kabocha Squash (Japanese Pumpkin) かぼちゃの煮物
Cooked in savory dashi broth seasoned with soy sauce and sake, this classic Japanese Simmered Kabocha Squash makes a great healthy side dish that is chock-full of nutrients.
Gluten Free Karaage グルテンフリー唐揚げ
Crispy on the outside and juicy tender meat on the inside, this delicious Gluten Free Karaage is for everyone, including ones with gluten intolerant.
Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls) おにぎり
Stuffed with a variety of fillings and flavors, Onigiri (Japanese Rice Balls) make an ideal quick snack and are a fun alternative to sandwiches for lunch.
Back to School Easy Bento Box Ideas
15 healthy Back-to-school lunch ideas and inspirations. Also includes food safety, decoration tips and all you need to know about bento making!
Yakisoba Pan 焼きそばパン
Savory Japanese stir fried noodles stuffed in the soft spongy hot dog bun, Yakisoba Pan is a popular lunch and snack you can find all over Japan. If you are a carb-lover, this conveniently paired starch-on-starch action is your ultimate sandwich of choice.