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Eel Sauce
Pantry Japanese

Eel Sauce

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Heat soy sauce, sugar, and mirin in a small saucepan over medium heat.
  3. 3 Cook and stir until liquid is reduced to about 3/4 cup.

By noogie01

Yakitori Marinade
Japanese

Yakitori Marinade

4.8

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium bowl, stir together the soy sauce, honey and sake. Mix in the pressed garlic, if using. Use as a marinade and/or a basting sauce while grilling chicken.

By David G

Japanese Teriyaki Sauce
Japanese

Japanese Teriyaki Sauce

4.6

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat; stir until sugar is dissolved. Use immediately, or cool and store in the refrigerator.

By Kevin

Broiled Mochi with Nori Seaweed
Appetizer Japanese

Broiled Mochi with Nori Seaweed

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (275 degrees C).
  2. 2 Dip mochi into soy sauce, then place onto a baking sheet.
  3. 3 Bake in the preheated oven until heated through, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4 Meanwhile, cut nori into eight strips. Heat strips in a large skillet over medium heat until warm, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
  5. 5 Wrap a nori strip around each mochi. Serve warm.

By Naomi

Bob's Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade
Japanese

Bob's Teriyaki Sauce and Marinade

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring the soy sauce, mirin, sake, sugar, and ginger puree to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium low. For a marinade, remove from heat and allow to cool. For a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch and water to form a smooth paste and stir into the mixture; allow to simmer until thickened, about 2 minutes.

By Bob

Japanese Sweet Omelet
Breakfast Japanese

Japanese Sweet Omelet

4.3

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix eggs, water, soy sauce, and sugar in a bowl with a fork until combined.
  2. 2 Heat a skillet over medium heat. Pour egg mixture into skillet and stir with a fork. Cook until omelet begins to set and liquid is no longer visible, 3 to 5 minutes. Fold in half twice.

By cOoKiEcRaZy

Juicy Chicken
Japanese

Juicy Chicken

4.4

Prep
20 min
Cook
10 min
Total
30 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, sherry, chicken broth, ginger, garlic powder and green onions. Bring to a boil, and immediately remove from heat. Set aside.
  2. 2 Preheat your oven's broiler. Thread chicken pieces onto metal or bamboo skewers. Arrange on a broiler pan that has been coated with cooking spray. Spoon 1 or 2 tablespoons of the sauce over each chicken skewer.
  3. 3 Place the pan under the broiler, and broil for about 3 minutes, until browned. Remove from the oven, turn over, and spoon more sauce onto each one. Return to the oven until chicken is cooked through and nicely browned.

By StellaLuna17

Japanese Broiled Mackerel
Dinner Japanese

Japanese Broiled Mackerel

4.5

Prep
20 min
Cook
5 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Rinse fillets; pat dry with paper towels.
  2. 2 Mix together soy sauce, mirin, sugar, and fresh ginger in a medium bowl. Place fillets into marinade and let stand for at least 20 minutes.
  3. 3 Preheat the oven broiler or an outdoor grill for high heat.
  4. 4 Cook fillets in the preheated broiler, basting occasionally, until fish flakes easily with a fork, 5 to 8 minutes.

By Jana Marko

Japanese Cucumber Salad
Dinner Japanese

Japanese Cucumber Salad

4.7

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
130 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel cucumbers. Halve lengthwise and remove seeds. Slice into 1/4-inch thick half moons.
  2. 2 Mix vinegar, sugar, and soy sauce together in a bowl until sugar is completely dissolved. Add cucumbers and stir until coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and serve cold.

By Kelly Joy

Japanese Soup with Tofu and Mushrooms
Japanese

Japanese Soup with Tofu and Mushrooms

4.6

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Bring dashi stock to a boil in a medium saucepan; reduce heat to simmer, add mushrooms, and cook for 3 minutes.
  2. 2 Mix miso paste and soy sauce together in a small bowl; stir into stock along with tofu. Simmer for 5 minutes.
  3. 3 Serve topped with green onion.

By JOSIE

Chicken Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)
Dinner Japanese

Chicken Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)

4.5

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine soy sauce, sake, and ginger in a large bowl. Add chicken; turn to coat. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  2. 2 Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  3. 3 Place cornstarch in a large resealable plastic bag. Add chicken; seal bag and toss until chicken is coated with cornstarch.
  4. 4 Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and juices run clear, 2 to 3 minutes. Drain on paper towels or on a wire rack.

By Brenda Sawyer Adamson

Salmon Yakitori
Dinner Japanese

Salmon Yakitori

3.9

Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Total
135 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Mix the soy sauce, sake, mirin, and sugar in a shallow dish; place the salmon fillets in the dish, skin side up. Cover and refrigerate 2 hours or overnight.
  2. 2 Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or skillet over medium-high heat. Drain the salmon and reserve the marinade. Pan fry the salmon 4 to 5 minutes per side, gradually adding the marinade to the pan, this will intensify the flavor and help to keep the salmon moist. Serve once the salmon is cooked through and is easily flaked with a fork.

By Sarah Davies

Japanese Ginger Pork
Dinner Japanese

Japanese Ginger Pork

4.5

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
80 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Mix together soy sauce, sake, mirin, and ginger in a large bowl until combined.
  3. 3 Add sliced pork; stir to coat. Cover the bowl and marinate for about 1 hour.
  4. 4 Heat oil in a large skillet or wok over high heat. Sauté pork in hot oil until browned and cooked through; discard marinade. An instant-read thermometer inserted into pork should read at least 145 degrees F (63 degrees C).

By baby23

Japanese Pickled Watermelon Rind
Pantry Japanese

Japanese Pickled Watermelon Rind

4.9

Prep
10 min
Cook
Total
490 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine apple cider vinegar and soy sauce in a bowl. Stir in salt and sugar; continue mixing until completely dissolved.
  2. 2 Press the cut pieces of watermelon rind into a 16-ounce Mason jar. Pour pickling liquid over watermelon rinds. Seal and refrigerate overnight for best results.

By Diana71

Miso Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms
Dinner Japanese

Miso Soup with Shiitake Mushrooms

4.4

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat vegetable broth to a boil in a saucepan. Add mushrooms; reduce heat to low, and simmer 4 minutes.
  2. 2 Whisk miso paste and soy sauce together in a small bowl; stir into broth along with tofu and continue cooking 1 minute more. Divide soup among bowls; top with green onions to serve.

By Claudia

Michelle's Chicken Yakitori
Dinner Japanese

Michelle's Chicken Yakitori

4.0

Prep
25 min
Cook
10 min
Total
155 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk soy sauce, sake, sugar, and ginger together in a bowl. Add chicken cubes; toss to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 hours.
  2. 2 Thread chicken cubes and green onions onto skewers.
  3. 3 Pour marinade into a small saucepan over medium heat; bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and keep warm.
  4. 4 Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate. Grill skewers until chicken is browned, for 3 minutes. Flip and brush with warm marinade. Cook until second side is browned, about 3 minutes more.

By MICHELLE0011

Vegan Japanese Spinach Salad
Dinner Japanese

Vegan Japanese Spinach Salad

4.5

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
10 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds on a plate; use the bottom of a pot or heavy measuring cup to crush the seeds. Transfer to a bowl. Add water, soy sauce, and sugar; stir dressing.
  2. 2 Bring a small pot of water to a boil; add salt. Add spinach and cook until wilted, no more than 1 minute. Drain spinach into a colander and rinse with cool water to stop the cooking process. Squeeze spinach with hands to remove moisture. Cut into strips.
  3. 3 Place cooked spinach in serving bowls. Drizzle dressing on top and add remaining sesame seeds as garnish.

By chefcs

Japanese Beef Rolls
Dinner Japanese

Japanese Beef Rolls

3.9

Prep
30 min
Cook
10 min
Total
40 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Heat the oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the mushrooms, cover and allow them to sweat over low heat until soft. Do not let them brown. Meanwhile, bring a large pot or skillet of water to a boil. Blanch asparagus by lowering it in a strainer into boiling water; cook just until bright green, about 30 seconds, and then transfer asparagus into ice water to stop the cooking. Set aside.
  2. 2 Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Grease a broiling pan.
  3. 3 To construct the rolls, lay the steaks out flat. If your steaks are thick, pound them to about 1/4 inch thickness. Brush soy sauce onto the surface, then place a few mushrooms, a couple of green onions and 3 asparagus spears at one end of each steak. Roll up towards the other end to enclose, and secure each bundle with a toothpick. Place the rolls seam side down on the broiling pan.
  4. 4 Roast under the preheated broiler until browned on top, about 3 minutes. Turn the rolls over and brown on the other side, 2 to 3 more minutes. Be careful not to overcook; this could burn the steaks or make the meat tough.

By Elegant Chef

Quick Sesame Green Beans
Dinner Japanese

Quick Sesame Green Beans

4.3

Prep
10 min
Cook
5 min
Total
15 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Place the green beans into a steamer insert and set in a pot over one inch of water. Bring to a boil, cover and steam for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and transfer beans to a serving bowl.
  2. 2 Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together the soy sauce, miso paste, red pepper flakes, garlic and ginger. Pour over the green beans and toss to coat. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top.

By calsmom

Japanese-Style Ginger Salad Dressing
Pantry Japanese

Japanese-Style Ginger Salad Dressing

4.2

Prep
5 min
Cook
Total
5 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Whisk soy sauce, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, honey, mustard, and pepper together in a small bowl until thoroughly combined. Add oil in a steady stream, whisking constantly until incorporated into the dressing. Pour into a glass jar and chill until serving.

By Paula

How to Make Japanese Rice Balls (Onigiri)
Dinner Japanese

How to Make Japanese Rice Balls (Onigiri)

Prep
20 min
Cook
25 min
Total
55 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Pour rice into a bowl and rinse under running water. Give it a good scrubbing with your hands; rinse off the starch and drain.
  2. 2 Place rice in a small pot with water and salt. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and turn the burner to high. Cook for 2 minutes, then reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and let sit with the lid on to fully absorb the moisture for 10 minutes. Transfer rice to a cutting board to cool slightly.
  3. 3 Season flaked salmon with soy sauce.
  4. 4 Flatten cooled rice into a rectangle and divide into 6 portions. Place a portion of salmon on top of each section of rice. Wet your hands and pick up a section of rice. Gently cup the rice around the filling; keep cupping until filling is completely covered and you've formed a ball. Mold the rice ball into a triangle shape by placing the bottom on one palm and flattening the back with your fingers. Bend the other hand and press the rice into a triangle on your palm, flattening the front side if needed. Place a strip of nori on the bottom of the onigiri to make it easier to pick up.
  5. 5 Repeat to make remaining rice balls, wetting your hands as necessary to prevent the rice from sticking.

By otaku

Lucy's Quick Tonkatsu Sauce
Pantry Japanese

Lucy's Quick Tonkatsu Sauce

4.7

Prep
5 min
Cook
5 min
Total
70 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Combine ketchup, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, sherry, sugar, garlic powder, and ginger in a microwave-safe coffee mug or glass measuring cup; stir well with a fork.
  2. 2 Microwave at high power for 1 minute. Stir; set aside to allow the flavors to incorporate, about 1 hour.

By LucyDelRey

Yakitori Chicken
Dinner Japanese

Yakitori Chicken

4.4

Prep
25 min
Cook
20 min
Total
45 min

Instructions

  1. 1 In a medium dish, mix together the sake, soy sauce, sugar, garlic and ginger. Add chicken, and allow to marinate for 15 minutes.
  2. 2 Preheat your oven's broiler. Grease six metal skewers, and thread alternately with 3 pieces of chicken and 2 pieces of leek. Place on a baking sheet or broiling pan, and brush with the marinade.
  3. 3 Broil for about 5 minutes, baste again, then broil for another 5 minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Discard remaining marinade.

By dakota kelly

Japanese Tamago Egg
Lunch Japanese

Japanese Tamago Egg

4.7

Prep
15 min
Cook
10 min
Total
25 min

Instructions

  1. 1 Gather all ingredients.
  2. 2 Beat eggs thoroughly in a bowl; whisk in dashi stock, sugar, mirin, and soy sauce until sugar has dissolved. Lightly grease a tamago pan or a small nonstick skillet and heat over medium heat.
  3. 3 Pour a thin layer of egg mixture into the hot pan and swirl to coat the pan. Cook until egg layer is firm on the bottom but still slightly liquid on top, about 1 minute.
  4. 4 Then lift up one edge using a spatula and roll up the egg layer.
  5. 5 Push omelet roll to one side of the skillet. Oil the skillet again and pour in another thin layer of egg, lifting the first omelet roll up slightly to allow the egg to flow underneath.
  6. 6 Roll up the first omelet in the new layer of egg and push omelet to the edge of the skillet as before.
  7. 7 Repeat the process with the remaining egg mixture, oiling the pan each time if needed.
  8. 8 Remove rolled omelet to a serving platter and cut into 6 equal pieces to serve.

By Pokerman11