Dried shrimps are a necessary dry food to add color to Japanese cuisine. It is often used as a topping for okonomiyaki and other dishes. Since they are originally dried, their shelf life is set for a long time, but once sealed, they quickly change in texture and taste. In addition, the unique aroma of dried foods may waft through the air, resulting in a strange odor. Freezing is a convenient way to preserve the flavor and aroma. Freezing dried foods may seem surprising, but it is a great way to preserve the flavor.
Do you like gyoza? I love gyoza, so I often make them at home. And I use this gyoza spatula when I do. Of course, you can use a spoon, but this tool is very time-saving because it allows you to quickly put the right amount of ingredients on the gyoza skin and spread it nice and thin. And of course, it can be used not only for dumplings, but also for spreading jam or butter on toast. For Gyoza & Gyoza Pastry recipe, please visit my food blog “YUCa’s Japanese Cooking”!
Tofu is one of the essential ingredients in Japanese food. There are two main types of tofu: silken tofu, which has a smooth texture on the tongue, and cotton (momen) tofu, which has a texture. It can be eaten in a variety of ways, such as cut into pieces and eaten as a topping for chilled tofu or salads, mashed and mixed with other boiled vegetables as a Shiraae, in miso soup, as tofu steak, or even as fried tofu.
In this video, I present a ranking of the BEST 5 most popular Onigiri (rice balls) among Japanese children. What are the selected five onigiri among all the onigiri?
Have you all heard of Okonomiyaki? In Japan, we use this kitchen tool for this dish, I thought I’d give it a whirl and see what it can do for okonomiyaki! This oil container has a brush so that just the right amount of oil can be drawn thinly and evenly over the pan.
Do you have leftover food scraps scattered all over your workbench while cooking? In such cases, I would like to recommend this Multi-Eco Stand. I love it so much that I use it every time I use it on my recipe video channel. If you don’t like to use plastic bags, I recommend covering them with bags made of newspaper or paper. Aside from being a trash can, it can also be used as a holder to dry glasses, cups, etc. It can be folded compactly for easy storage.
Bananas can be stored for 3-4 days by hanging them on hooks, as they begin to damage from the surface they touch. It is recommended not to cut and eat the part near the base of the bunch, as pesticides tend to remain.
In Japan, we use this drop Lid called “Otoshibuta” when we cook simmered or stir-fried dishes. People sometimes use wooden ones or cooking sheets, but I like this product because it can be easily adjusted to fit the size of my pots and pans. Regardless of its appearance, it is also easy to wash. It’s thin and small and it’s also convenient for storage.
