When I need to cook Broccoli for a Spaghetti dish, I usually cook Broccoli in the same salty water that is cooking Spaghetti. I add Broccoli to the water when Spaghetti are half-cooked, and this method works fine. However, for this dish, there is an alternative way and Broccoli tastes much better. It’s my favourite …
There is a popular Japanese dish called ‘Hiyayakko’. It is basically cold soft type Tofu. You can eat it with just Soy Sauce, but we often add a variety of condiments, herbs, vegetables, etc. Spring Onion and Bonito Flakes are popular. I like Kimchi. ‘Hiyayakko’ is a quick and easy dish that is perfect on …
This is a dish of Zucchini that is quickly stir-fried and seasoned with Soy Sauce. Absolutely quick and easy dish. I strongly recommend to use Sesame Oil made from Roasted Sesame Seeds to stir-fry Zucchini. Enjoy with chilled Beer OR freshly cooked Rice, etc. Makes 2 Servings Ingredients 1 Zucchini *thinly sliced about 2-3mm thin1 …
I often make Sugar Coated Nuts. It is very easy to make and it doesn’t take long at all. ‘Cinnamon Sugar Coated Almonds’ are the most popular, but you can use other Nuts and other Spices. Today I used Peanuts and added Ground Chilli. Chilli and Sugar are a good combination. It’s quite addictive. Ingredients …
If you think Coriander tastes like soap, you would never enjoy Coriander because your taste perception is different. You have particular receptors that find Coriander tastes yucky. If you find Coriander’s smell is just overwhelming, it might be a good idea to stir-fry it, as the smell is significantly reduced when cooked. Today I added …
To cook Broccoli, steam-frying in a frying pan is the easiest method. Today I used Butter instead of Oil and seasoned with Soy Sauce. ‘Butter & Soy Sauce’ is a great combination and anything tastes good in the flavour. This is another super quick and easy Broccoli dish. Makes 4 Servings Ingredients 1 large head …
Lotus Root is a popular vegetable in Japan. It is called ‘Renkon’ in Japanese and Frozen Sliced ‘Renkon’ are available in Melbourne where I live. Frozen Sliced ‘Renkon’ are partially cooked and have lost crispiness, but can be used for a variety of dishes. Today I simply pan-fried them and dressed with this spicy sauce. …
Canned Fish are essential items for me. I always stock some Canned Tuna, Mackerel, Salmon and Sardines. It seems Canned Sardines are the least popular, but you can make many delicious dishes with them. I most often make Rice Bowl dishes such as ‘Canned Sardines Rice Bowl’. This dish is very similar, but it’s a …
When you want to make a meal using Cooked Udon, but you are too tired OR too busy to cook, try this dish. Super quick and easy to make. It’s not just carbs, as Egg Yolk and Spring Onion are in it. At least, it will satisfy your hunger as it is filling and absolutely …
This is a dish of Tofu Skin inspired by Italian dish ‘Spaghetti Aglio Olio e Peperoncino’. Some Chinese Tofu Skin Sticks (Bean Curd Sticks) can be cut into noodles after being rehydrated and softened. Today I stir-fried them with Olive Oil, Garlic and Chilli, then seasoned with Soy Sauce. You may wish to season with …
Pan-steaming method is the easiest way to cook Broccoli and Cauliflower. You only need to add a little more Water when you cook Cauliflower. This dish is inspired by ‘Pasta Aglio, Olio e Peperoncino’, and I added some Anchovy for the saltiness and umami. It was absolutely delicious. Makes 4 Servings Ingredients About 450g Cauliflower …
I assume you love the fabulous combination of Olive Oil, Garlic and Chilli. Many Vegetables can be cooked in this flavour. Today I cooked Wombok. You may wish to drizzle with some Soy Sauce for extra Umami when you serve. Makes 3 to 4 Servings Ingredients 1/4 Wombok *350 to 400g1 tablespoon Olive Oil2 cloves …