Katsuo (Bonito OR Skipjack Tuna) is a very popular fish in Japan, and my favourite way to enjoy it is ‘Tataki’ that is slightly seared, often over charcoal, and eaten with ‘Ponzu’. I love to eat it with plenty of fresh salad vegetables, and fresh Garlic is essential. Cut it into fine strips and scatter …
If you like Konnyaku (Konjac) and also ‘Katsuobushi’ (Boniot Flakes), referred as ‘Oakaka’ sometimes, you will enjoy this dish. As it is supposed to be eaten with Rice, it is strongly seasoned. This kind of food is actually makes me crave freshly cooked white Rice. Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 1 block (about 250g) Konnyaku (Konjac)1/2 …
When I bought a bunch of Coriander, I am the only one who eat it because my family members don’t eat Coriander. They are Coriander haters. I used a whole bunch, that was 80g, to cook this yummy stir-fry. I enjoyed it with freshly cooked Rice, but it is a perfect topping for Tofu, too. …
Yesterday, my son made a proper Dashi Stock using Bonito Flakes that is called ‘Hana Katsuo’ (花かつお). ‘Hana Katsuo’ makes a very nice dashi stock, but it was almost tasteless after being used. DO NOT discard the tasteless Bonito Flakes. I made this ‘Furikake’ using the tasteless Bonito Flakes. If you have a microwave, it …