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Category: Recipe

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A doll showing the different parts and organs of a Japanese Katsuo skipjack tuna.

Different Parts of Katsuobushi

Explore the intricate anatomy of katsuobushi, the traditional Japanese dried fish flakes essential for dashi, and learn about the different cuts and types.

Harabushi, Hatsu Katsuo, honkarebushi, Katsuobushi, Mebushi, Modori Katsuo, Obushi, Sebushi, 亀節, 初鰹, 戻り鰹, 本枯節, 鰹節

How Is Kasuobushi Made?

Discover the art of crafting Katsuobushi from scratch with precision and tradition.

arabushi, Bonito, Eurotium herbariorum, hon karebushi, honkarebushi, Katsuobushi, Katsuwonus pelamis, onibushi, Satsuma, spergillus glaucus, Yaizu, 一番火, 二番火, 本枯節, 焼津節, 鰹節

Toshio Ohba (大庭利男), Hakata’s Last Knife Maker

Toshio Ohba, Fukuoka’s last knife maker, preserves the craft of Hakata knives with rustic charm. His workshop stands as a testament to tradition.

blacksmith, Fukuoka, hakata, Japanese, japanese knife, knife, knives, kurouchi, 包丁, 博多包丁, 黒打ち

Kumoi Kiln Donabe By Nakagawa Ippento

Discover Kumoi Kiln’s artisanal clay rice cookers: snow-glazed pots, exceptional heat retention, perfect rice every time.

Claypot, Kumoi Kiln, Kumoigama, Michelin, Nakagawa Ippento, 中川一辺陶先生, 土鍋, 御飯鍋, 鍋, 雪紋御飯鍋, 雲井窯, 鴨釉

Shrimp Oboro Sushi Recipe

Make Shrimp Oboro: Grind blanched Shiba Shrimp, add sugar, cook on low heat, stirring constantly. Use as traditional sushi topping.

kuruma ebi, Michelin, Nigiri, Oboro, Shimp, Shrimp Oboro, Sushi
Japanese Tairagi served at a famous Japanese restaurant.

Tairagi Sushi Recipe

Prepare Tairagi for sushi: Use a long bread knife to open shell, scoop out flesh, remove organs, rinse, and slice thinly. Enjoy luxury sushi!

Michelin, Nigiri, Pen Shell, sashimi, Sushi, Tairagi
High quality Japanese horse mackerel served at a famous Japanese restaurant.

Horse Mackerel Sushi Recipe

Prepare Aji for Edomae sushi: Butterfly, remove spine, head, innards, and belly bones. De-skin, cut into nigiri size, and serve with fresh ginger. Enjoy this seasonal delight!

aji, horse mackerel, mackerel, Michelin, Nigiri, sashimi, Sushi
Hotaru Ika served at a famous Japanese restaurant.

Hotaru Ika Edomae Sushi Recipe

Prepare firefly squid for Edomae sushi: Blanch, remove spine, eyes, beak, and serve as a starter. Enjoy this Toyama Bay delicacy!

firefly squid, hotaru ika, Ika, Michelin, Nigiri, sashimi, squid, Sushi, ホタルイカ

Kasugo Sushi Recipe

Discover the traditional Edomae sushi recipe for Kasugo (young sea bream), highlighting its unique flavor and seasonal availability.

Kasugo, Michelin, Nigiri, sashimi, sea bream, Sushi, 春子鯛, 鯛

Suzuki Sushi Recipe

Craft authentic Japanese sea bass (Suzuki) sushi the Edomae way at The Japanese Food Lab. Elevate your sushi-making skills with expert guidance.

fukko, Michelin, Nigiri, sashimi, sea bass, seabass, Sushi, suzuki, すずき, 鱸
High quality iwashi served at a famous Japanese restaurant.

Sardine Sushi Recipe

The process of preparing sardines for sushi, known as Iwashi or イワシ in Japanese, involves several steps to ensure their freshness and taste.

Iwashi, Michelin, Nigiri, Sardine, sashimi, Sushi, イワシ
High quality Mako Garei used for making sushi at a famous Japanese restaurant.

Mako Garei Sushi Recipe

This sushi recipe explores the art of Mako Garei, a right-eyed flounder. Learn the meticulous steps to prepare and age this delicate fish for a savory delight

flounder, halibut, hirame, mako garei, Michelin, Nigiri, sashimi, Sushi, turbot, 真子鰈

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