It’s crucial in meal prep and a staple in every Japanese household “Gohan dayo!” my mom yelled from inside the kitchen. I bustled out of my room and began helping set up the table. Grabbing the rice paddle out of the drawer, I opened the rice cooker. The fresh steam escaped the pot, and left […]
Archives for April 2020
Three Healthy and Easy Japanese Dishes You Can Make at Home
How to Make a Full Ichiju-sansai Meal in Less than 30 Minutes Ichiju-sansai is a term used to describe the way traditional Japanese meals are constructed. It literally translates to “one soup, three sides” (or 「一汁三菜」) and is one of the main principles guiding Japanese healthy eating and nutrition. This style of eating allows for […]
How To Make A Healthier Version of Your Favorite Sweet Asian Sauces
Finessing The Foundation to Japanese Seasoning I was making dinner that night, and so I went into the living room to ask my roommate if she wanted me to make enough for her as well. I was thinking teriyaki salmon, with a side of steamed vegetables, rice, and maybe some miso soup. I hadn’t been […]
Buddhist Meditation to Breathe Through Food Anxiety
How To Eat Well During Times of Distress I was feeling anxious and disgusted with myself– I stepped on the scale and found that I had gained 20kg. How did I let this happen? Startled, I opened my eyes and realized it was a dream. I went up to go to the bathroom and looked […]
Otoshibumi: The Art of Naming Japanese Confectionery
“Do you know why it’s called otoshibumi?” I unwrapped the little Japanese cake from its pink-white washi paper, a simple brown and custard-yellow confectionery. It smelled slightly sweet, but like burnt caramel than simple sugar, or a honeyed aroma. I took my small wooden fork and let it sink into the soft, pillowy dessert, and […]