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How to make Onigiri (Japanese rice ball recipe)
Onigiri (or omusubi, depending on where you are from) are Japanese rice balls, typically stuffed with a salty filling and wrapped in nori. They are incredibly popular in Japan, available in convenience stores and from street vendors and containing a … Continue reading
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Sweet Simmered Shiitake (Japanese pine mushroom)
Sweet simmered shiitake (椎茸) are easy to make and very delicious. I make these all the time, primarily for onigiri filling and as a bento item. Sweet simmered shiitake keep well in the fridge, which is a bonus. You will … Continue reading
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How to make miso marinated salmon (salmon miso-yaki)
Salmon miso-yaki, or miso marinated salmon, is one of our favorite meals. Whether used as onigiri filling, a bento item or simply eaten with a bowl of hot rice, salmon miso-yaki is a staple in our house. Its sweet and … Continue reading
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How to make salmon shioyaki (Japanese salt broiled salmon)
Okay, so this is incredibly tasty and easy to make. I make it so often that I forget what an essential part of my meals this is. Simply put, salmon shio-yaki (lit. salmon salt grilled) is a fillet of salmon … Continue reading
