Recipe – Page 2 – The Japanese Food Lab

splitting a fish head in half using a cleaver.

Silkworm Tsukudani Recipe

Silkworm Tsukudani: Japanese delicacy made by simmering silkworm pupae in soy sauce, sugar, and sake until glazed.

Shirako Mapo Tofu Recipe

Shirako Mapo Tofu: Japanese twist on the classic Sichuan dish, featuring fish milt as an additional ingredient.

Umeboshi with Rose Recipe

Learn how to infuse the traditional Japanese plum pickles with the delicate aroma of roses for a unique twist on a classic dish.

Freshly ground yukari made from red shiso leaves.

How To Make Homemade Yukari

Unlock the secret of homemade Yukari rice seasoning, a delightful by-product of umeboshi making.

Summer Pockets Fried Rice Recipe

Explore the whimsical world of Key’s Summer Pockets through this nerdy delight: the authentic fried rice recipe straight from the visual novel.

making yuzushu with rock sugar and yuzu fruit that have been peeled.

Yuzushu with Honey and Saffron Recipe

Discover the art of crafting Yuzushu with honey and saffron, a unique Japanese liquor inspired by traditional techniques and Bordeaux sweet wines.

Kinmedai rice made in a traditional Japanese claypot.

Claypot Kinmedai Rice Recipe

Explore the savory delights of Kinmedai fish rice cooked in a clay pot. Learn about unique Japanese cooking techniques and ingredients.

Azabu Kadowaki's famous truffle rice cooked in a traditional Japanese clay pot.

Azabu Kadowaki’s Claypot Truffle Rice Recipe

Azabu Kadowaki’s Claypot Truffle Rice: Indulge in the luxury of truffles with this exquisite claypot rice recipe by Toshiya Kadowaki.

A raw tuna collar in preparation for grilling.

How To Grill Tuna Collar

Mastering the art of grilling tuna collar—charred, flavorful, and perfectly cooked inside, a delightful addition to your dinner table

Wild Strawberry Jam with Sudachi Recipe

Crafting artisanal jams a la Christine Ferber, integrating French finesse with Japanese nuances: delve into wild strawberry jam with sudachi infusion.

Japanese akasu vinegar made from sake lees used to make ponzu vinegar.

The Ultimate Ponzu Sauce Recipe (Zuboraya)

Discover the intricacies of crafting authentic ponzu sauce, from its citrusy tang to savory depths, and unravel the legacy of Zuboraya’s renowned recipe.

High quality tempura served at a Japanese restaurant.

The Science Behind The Perfect Tempura

Learn the science behind making perfect tempura with tips on batter composition, oil selection, and cooking techniques for crispy results.