Weeknight Dinner

Looking for a quick, easy, and delicious meal for a busy weeknight? Take a look at Nami’s collection. These are her 100 go-to recipes for weeknight meals. (Baked Chicken Katsu →)

A white plate containing Baked Chicken Katsu (Japanese Chicken Cutlets) and shredded cabbage salad.
A white plate containing thinly sliced Miso Ginger Pork served with shredded cabbage, sliced cucumbers, and cherry tomatoes.

Miso Ginger Pork 味噌生姜焼き

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With umami-rich miso, savory soy sauce, spicy ginger, and a hint of sweet mirin,...
A black bowl containing Teriyaki Pork over steamed rice drizzled with homemade teriyaki glaze.

Teriyaki Pork Donburi 豚の照り焼き丼

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Quick, easy, and delicious Teriyaki Pork Donburi containing protein, carb, and salad in one...
Warm Mushroom Salad with Sesame Dressing in a dark ceramic bowl.

Warm Mushroom Salad with Sesame Dressing きのこの胡麻和え温サラダ

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With just a handful of ingredients, this quick and easy Warm Mushrooms Salad with...
Yellowtail teriyaki served with blistered shishito peppers.

Yellowtail Teriyaki ぶりの照り焼き

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Yellowtail Teriyaki (Buri no Teriyaki) is a traditional grilled fish for an Osechi meal...
A white plate containing Japanese-style Stir Fry Vegetables (Yasai Itame).

Stir-Fried Vegetables (Yasai Itame) (Video) 野菜炒め

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Make a healthy weeknight dinner in 30 minutes with my easy Japanese Stir-Fried Vegetables...
A dark oval plate containing Goya Champuru, a bitter melon stir-fry with tofu, egg, and pork belly.

Goya Champuru (Video) ゴーヤチャンプルー

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Okinawa's iconic Goya Champuru is a bitter melon stir-fry with tofu, egg, and pork...
A round plate containing Chicken Teriyaki glazed with homemade teriyaki sauce.

Chicken Teriyaki (Video) チキン照り焼き

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Glazed in a flavorful homemade sauce, this classic Chicken Teriyaki prepared using the authentic...
Omurice オムライス (Omelette Rice - "Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories" | Easy Japanese Recipes at JustOneCookbook.com

Omurice (Omelette Rice) (Video) オムライス – ‘Midnight Diner: Tokyo Stories’

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With savory ketchup fried rice wrapped in a soft omelette, Omurice is a beloved...
Easy Wafu Pasta with Shrimp and Asparagus (Gluten Free) 海老とアスパラガスの簡単和風パスタ (グルテンフリー) | Easy Japanese Recipes at JustOneCookbook.com

Japanese Pasta with Shrimp and Asparagus 海老とアスパラガスの和風パスタ

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Seasoned with soy sauce and flavorful dashi broth, this Japanese-style Pasta with Shrimp and...
A white plate containing clam pasta.

Clam Pasta ボンゴレ

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Light yet flavorful, Spaghetti alle Vongole is an Italian clam pasta infused with garlic...
A white plate containing Classic Mentaiko Pasta.

Classic Mentaiko Pasta 明太子パスタ

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My easy Japanese Mentaiko Pasta recipe, tossed in a buttery cream sauce and mixed...
A bowl containing simmered beef over steamed rice.

Yoshinoya Beef Bowl (Gyudon) (Video) 牛丼

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With savory and juicy sliced beef served over steamed rice, this delicious Yoshinoya Beef...
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