Mirin, or sweet rice wine, is commonly used in daily cooking. However, it is unlikely that many people could name its ingredients or know how it is made. Hon mirin, or real mirin, is a kind of sake ...

Miso Walnut Sauce is an unusual and very easy sauce to make; slightly sweet, nutty and so perfect for so many dishes. Serve this exquisite smooth sauce over cooked greens and veggies, on a variety of ...

Weeknight cooking is all about getting gobs of flavor from just a few ingredients, no special techniques and as little effort as possible. The trick is in finding those big, boldly flavored ...

Kaki Okumura is a Japanese wellness writer who grew up in the US and Japan. She says her five Japanese staple ingredients are soy sauce, dashi, sake, mirin, and miso. Recipes for miso soup, teriyaki ...

I am at the Granada Market, the neighborhood mom-and-pop grocery in West Los Angeles where I get my Japanese staples. The fish counter looks cheerful with roses and dahlias from the owner’s garden in ...

In a small sauce pot, bring salted water to a boil. Stir in quinoa. Boil until al dente, firm/tender. Pour over a fine mesh strainer. Spread quinoa on a sheet tray to let cool. In a separate saucepot ...

In a mixing bowl, add the rice. Cover with cold water. Let sit two minutes. Drain and repeat until water has minimal starch. In a sauce pot, add 1.75:1 cold water/rice ratio and a touch of salt. Stir ...

Mirin is a Japanese cooking essential. Much like miso or Japanese mayo, it can be used in a variety of ways. So, what exactly is this slightly sweet, golden-hued liquid? Here's what you need to know, ...