Garlic Shoots are the long stems that grow out of the Garlic bulb. Obviously they smell like Garlic and have pleasant crunchy texture. I often stir-fry Garlic Shoots with Beef or Pork, but I know many people, particularly non-Asian people, are not familiar with this vegetable. This is a very simple stir-fry you can try. …
Italian Pasta are suitable for Japanese flavoured noodle dishes. Japanese Noodles are also suitable for many Italian flavoured pasta dishes. I think Udon Noodles, which are thick and rubbery, are very good with creamy sauces. Today I cooked ‘Spaghetti Carbonara’ replacing Spaghetti with Udon. Makes 1 Serving Ingredients 40g Pancetta OR Bacon *cut into small …
I had some rashers of Bacon siting in the fridge for a while, and I needed to use them up. Then I hit on a good idea! I cooked the Bacon with Rice in the rice cooker. It’s an attempt to make a new Takikomigohan dish. I seasoned it with the typical Japanese seasonings, Soy …
The other day I cooked my ‘Pork & Beans’ with just canned Tomatoes and Salt & Pepper for seasoning. The flavour was too bland and I decided to add Chorizo Sausage, and it instantly improved the flavour. Then I saw a picture of a Brazilian dish called ‘Feijoada’, that was almost identical to what I …
I love the crunchy texture of Red Cabbage. It is an antioxidant-rich vegetable that has a great mix of vitamins and minerals. Here is another way to enjoy it. This is a salad and you don’t cook Red Cabbage, but texture is as if stir-fried. Bacon adds umami and saltiness. It’s delicious and very CRUNCHY! …
This is the Pumpkin version of ‘My Family’s Potato Salad’. Japanese Pumpkin, which texture is similar to dry type Potato, should be used. However, it is impossible to find where I live. Today I used Kent Pumpkin. Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 1/6 to 1/4 Pumpkin *about 600 to 700g100g Bacon *cut into small pieces1 Cucumber …
You might know what inspired me to make this Chicken stuffed Bread Rolls. I am not a member of THAT supermarket and I don’t do shopping there. But I heard about the supermarket’s food called ‘Chicken Bake’ and it sounded very yummy, so I tried to make it. My version tastes great! Makes 2 Large …
If you want to eat Cheesy Quiche for late breakfast or lunch, this ‘Quick & Toasty Bacon Quiche’ can be cooked in 15 minutes. You don’t need the oven. All you need is a frying pan. Absolutely easy to cook and delicious! Makes 1 Serving Ingredients 1 thick slice Bread *about 2.5cm thick1 to 2 …
Everyone loves Macaroni Cheese. Macaroni Cheese is delicious with any extra ingredients. I often add extra ingredients such as Mushrooms, but Broccoli is probably my favourite. It looks great, delicious and nutritious. Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 1 head Broccoli *about 300g2 cups (*about 260g) Macaroni20g Butter100g Bacon *cut into small pieces3 tablespoons Plain Flour *1 …
Flammkuchen (OR Flammekueche) is not well known. You even don’t know how to pronounce it, do you? Some people call it ‘German Pizza’. I heard that there are some regional variations, but most commonly Sour Cream is used. It’s surprisingly easy to make and I am loving it! Makes 2 to 4 Servings Ingredients Base1 …
The famous Italian dish ‘Spaghetti Carbonara’ is simple to cook and delicious. If you gave up eating it because of wheat allergy or gluten sensitivity, you may wish to try this ‘Carbonara Rice’. Makes 1 Serving Ingredients 40g Pancetta OR Bacon *cut into small pieces1 teaspoon Olive Oil1 to 2 Eggs20g Pecorino OR Parmesan Cheese …
‘Bacon, Egg & Cheese’ is often said the greatest combination. I agree, but I think ‘Bacon, Egg & Tomato’ is also a great combination. This soup can be made in a few minutes and tastes much better than the instant cup soups, so stop buying instant soups and try this soup! Makes 2 Servings Ingredients …