🥟 Appetizers
Start your meal with something small—but packed with flavor! From crispy gyoza (餃子) and creamy potato salad (ポテトサラダ) to light and refreshing bites, these Japanese appetizers are easy to make and fun to share.
Whether you’re preparing a bento box, planning a party, or just craving a quick snack, these zensai (前菜) are sure to whet your appetite and impress your guests.
How to make Japanese Carrot Ginger Dressing 人参ドレッシング
Have you ever wondered what gives Japanese restaurant salads their special, bright, and zesty flavor? What really brings a salad to life isn’t just the vegetables—it’s the dressing that makes ... Read more
How to make Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken) 唐揚げ
Have you ever wondered why Japanese fried chicken tastes lighter, juicier, and crispier than regular fried chicken? You might think it’s just another fried snack, but there’s something special about ... Read more
How to make Japanese Potato Salad ポテトサラダ
Have you ever wondered why Japanese potato salad tastes creamier, lighter, and somehow more refreshing than its Western counterpart? What makes it so special that people who try it once ... Read more
How to make Japanese Croquettes (Korokke) お母さんのコロッケ
Have You Ever Tried a Japanese Potato Croquette That Tastes Like Home?When you think of comfort food, what comes to mind? For many in Japan, it’s the warm, crispy bite ... Read more
How to make Ehomaki (Setsubun Sushi Roll) 恵方巻
Have you ever wondered why some people eat a thick sushi roll in total silence while facing a specific direction? This curious tradition, rooted in Japanese culture, involves more than ... Read more
How to make Octopus Carpaccio たこのカルパッチョ
Have you ever wondered how a dish can be both impressively elegant and surprisingly easy to prepare? If you’ve been on the hunt for a simple yet beautiful appetizer that ... Read more
How to Make Fried Gyoza (Japanese Potstickers) 龍子
Have You Ever Wondered What Makes Fried Gyoza So Irresistible? What is it about that golden, crispy bottom and juicy, flavorful filling that makes fried gyoza one of Japan’s most ... Read more
How to Make Harumaki (Japanese Spring Rolls) 春巻き
What if you could recreate that golden, crispy Harumaki from your favorite Japanese restaurant right in your kitchen? It might seem tricky, but with a few simple steps, you’ll be ... Read more
Your Easy Guide to Making Japanese Mayonnaise (Kewpie) マヨネーズ
Have you ever wondered why Japanese mayonnaise tastes better than regular mayo? It’s creamier, tangier, and somehow… more delicious! That rich, savory flavor comes from a unique blend of simple ... Read more
How to Make the Best Dragon Roll🍣(ドラゴンロール)
Ever stared at a dazzling Dragon Roll in a sushi bar and thought, “Could I actually make that myself?” Good news you absolutely can! While sushi may seem like a ... Read more