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A beautiful spread of miso-marinated salmon, tamagoyaki (egg omelette), miso soup, pickled cucumber, kinpara renkon (lotus root), gomoku rice

"Shabu shabu" is onomatopoeic, representing the sound of stirring the assorted vegetables and meat in the umami-packed dashi broth

Crispy & juicy pork cutlet deep-fried to golden-brown perfection, served with a homemade curry made from scratch

A classic bowl of ramen with a soy sauce-based broth and toppings: marinated soft boiled egg, chashu, menma, narutomaki, wood ear mushroom and scallions 

Tired of your boring old curry rice? Bring it to the next level by having a cute bear bathe in the delicious curry!

A copycat recipe of the beloved Japanese diner Ootoya, featuring sweet and sour chicken with a variety of vegetables!

A simple weekday go-to meal featuring a generous portion of grilled pork in a sweet and savory sauce

Soothing, heartwarming, and highly nutritious, there's nothing I crave more than this miso hot pot during a cold winter day

A unique combination of beef and enoki mushroom served with a classic Japanese savory sauce that makes a perfect side dish

A classic homemade "yōshoku" (western-influenced) dish, featuring a chicken ketchup rice topped with a tornado-style egg crepe

A fool-proof, never-dry way of making juicy hamburger steak served with a decadent velvety red wine reduction sauce 

Bouncy & chewy udon noodles enveloped in a rich curry broth topped off with some thinly sliced pork belly

A creamy mashed potato & meat filling with a crispy & crunchy golden brown crust

Chilled buckwheat noodles served with tsuyu dipping sauce and a variety of toppings, including my favorite one - nagaimo (mountain yam)

Pork belly cooked in a flavorful savory soy sauce, complemented with sweetness from chopped leek and spiciness from grated ginger

Seasoned ground chicken and scrambled eggs make for a quick & delicious weekday lunch

A delicious mix of vegetables, yaki tofu, enoki and shiitake mushrooms, marbled beef & shirataki noodles simmered in a flavorful broth

Known as Nobu's signature dish, this buttery, velvety, and delicate fish is soaked in a miso marinade to create a dish with incredible flavor and mouthfeel

There's nothing more satisfying than a hot steaming bowl of noodles served in a pork miso broth with a variety of toppings

A beautiful variety of colors, textures and food groups packed in a lunchbox for a delicious, well-balanced meal!

Taking the classic grilled eel rice bowl and elevating it - ikura, shredded egg crepe, shiso leaf, nori & sesame seeds to add vibrant colors & flavors

Spicy cod roe mixed with a buttery creamy sauce topped with a julienned shiso leaf garnish

These triangular shaped rice balls make a perfect portable snack and are commonly found in Japanese convenience stores

A common Japanese street food featuring stir-fried noodles, shiitake mushrooms, onions, carrots and cabbage topped with aonori and beni-shoga

A dish featuring the most nutrient dense organ meat, liver, complemented with crunchy bean sprouts and garlic chives

The iconic sizzling beef pepper lunch from the popular Japanese "fast-steak" restaurant franchise

Low fat, low calorie, low mercury, high in vitamin B12 and omega-3 fatty acids - these grilled smelt fish are both healthy and delicious

Beef burger, chicken burger, impossible burger... why not try a salmon burger? Served with a homemade avocado tartar!

A creamy deli salad (with avocado, broccoli, cucumber, egg, and shrimp) featuring a perfect balance of textures

Rice topped with chunks of raw salmon and avocado mixed with a spicy gochujang-based sauce

An easy and extremely versatile salmon recipe that can be used in onigiri (rice ball), bento box, fried rice, sanpeijiru (soup) & more!

Quick and easy meal featuring a mix of thinly sliced pork, bean sprouts and shungiku (garland chrysanthemum)

An iconic street food, this Osaka-style savory pancake is topped with seaweed flakes, bonito flakes, pickled ginger, Japanese mayo and a sweet savory sauce

A simple stir-fried pork & kimchi dish based on the Korean dish Jeyuk Bokkeum that can be prepared in under five minutes

"Oyako" translates to "parent and child" - a fitting name for a dish that consists of chicken (the parent) and eggs (the child) in a dashi-based broth

Japanese BBQ with homemade yakiniku sauce - a mixture of savory & sweet flavors with bold sesame essence to season the grilled meat

Juicy, crispy fried chicken that has been marinated in a soy sauce, sake, garlic and ginger for that extra flavor

Stir-fried udon noodles with mixed vegetables, shiitake mushrooms and sliced pork belly seasoned in homemade mentsuyu sauce

A vegetarian-friendly version of this Japanese seasoned rice dish where the ingredients are cooked along with the rice

Cold ramen dipped in a flavorful hot broth filled with sliced pork belly, shimeji mushroom & shiitake mushroom

Japanese-style steak served with grated daikon, scallions, ponzu and garlic chips

Japanese omelette made by rolling together thin layers of egg mixed with dashi and soy sauce

A popular Hokkaido soup cooked in a kombu dashi broth with salted salmon and a variety of root vegetables

A simple and delicious, home-cooked style seaweed soup to nourish the soul

Nourishing & packed with vitamins, fiber and minerals, there's truly nothing better than a warming bowl of pork & vegetable miso  soup

A refreshing palate-cleanser that pairs amazingly with rice and fish, this crunchy cabbage is brined in salt, kombu & chili flakes

Take your boring old pancakes to the next level with these fluffy, delicate and delicious soufflé pancakes

Take your classic tiramisu, and make it matcha! This is an alcohol-free recipe with ladyfingers soaked in... matcha (of course)

A go-to Sunday dim sum order - glutinous rice filled with chicken, mushroom and chinese sausage wrapped and steamed in lotus leaf

This classic dim sum dumpling features a juicy pork and shrimp filling and an iconic unique open-faced appearance

A delicate, translucent wrapper encasing a shrimp and bamboo shoot filling, resulting in a perfectly textured bite-sized dumpling

Not all cakes are made equal, and this one in particular is a savory, radish-based cake you will commonly find at dim sum parlors

Commonly found in dim sum restaurants, these delicious pan-fried supreme soy sauce noodles are also easy to make at home!

A steamed fluffy bun filled with flavorful, sweet BBQ pork - can you imagine a better combination?

Bite-sized marinated spare ribs that are perfectly juicy and tender

As one of my childhood favorites, these chicken feet are tender, flavorful, fun to nibble on, and are packed with collagen

A mix of pork, shrimp and a variety of vegetables wrapped in tofu skin, then deep fried and stewed in oyster sauce

Hand-chopped minced beef, water chestnuts, coriander, and dried tangerine peel create a not-so-ordinary meatball

A recreation of Tim Ho Wan's signature dish - a fluffy bun filled with savory BBQ pork topped with a sweet outer crust 

The best ever party snack that can please any crowd - these spring rolls are crispy and delicious!

Nothing beats tender chicken with three different sauces, aromatic ginger rice and chicken soup

A Hong Kong specialty featuring beef brisket and tendon stewed in an aromatic broth for hours until tender

Fun to make with friends & family, these wontons are topped off with homemade chili oil for incredible flavor and spice

A highly flavorful braised pork belly rice dish with silky savory sauce - no wonder it is a beloved Taiwanese comfort food

A little twist to the original Taiwanese beef noodle soup recipe... by adding some nutritious tomatoes and carrots!

Tender oxtails stewed to perfection with a blend of aromatic spices

Steamed cabbage rolls featuring a dumpling-like minced meat & shiitake mushroom filling - a perfect low-carb dish 

Red hot chili oil infused with an array of Chinese spices and aromatics, coating a tender, juicy de-boned chicken leg

A bowl of fresh noodles coated in a sesame chili sauce and topped with ground pork & preserved mustard green

The staple, the classic, the go-to easy stir-fry dish that is beginner-friendly!

Pan-fried on both sides, the crispy noodles are topped with a seafood gravy, resulting in incredible contrasting textures

An easy, weekday staple featuring tender chicken and basil and derives its name from three main ingredients: sesame oil, rice wine and soy sauce

Tender, juicy pork belly coated in a glossy, savory & sweet sauce, perfectly paired with a bowl of white rice

Soft and creamy eggplant covered in a garlic sauce that is sweet, sour, salty and spicy all at once

Stir-fried string beans mixed with a flavor-packed ground pork & preserved mustard greens mixture (and lots of dried chili peppers!)

Tender and juicy roasted pork with a honey glaze that has been marinated overnight

Crispy on the outside with a flavorful egg-, vermicelli- and chive-filled goodness on the inside

Tai Ping Koon's famous sweet soy sauce-flavored chicken wings, a Cantonese classic since 1860

If you can get your hands on some fresh shrimp, try these steamed garlic shrimp with very aromatic garlic scallion chili oil

My mouth is still tingling from the sichuan peppercorns... if you love spice, this one is the dish for you

A traditional dish that is as delicious as it is simple & easy to make

Pork - simmered, sliced and stir-fried - and lots of leek, mixed with doubanjiang, douchi, and garlic for flavor

Sweet, sticky, glossy goodness - these bite-sized spare ribs make the perfect appetizer and pairs perfectly with rice

Pressed for time but still want to eat something delicious? Try these easy, 5-minute lo mein noodles tossed in ginger scallion oil

The absolute go-to for a sick day, nothing beats a warm bowl of congee with tender chicken pieces

A classic Cantonese roast with juicy meat and signature extra crispy & crunchy skin

Juicy hand-shredded chicken drumsticks drizzled in an aromatic scallion oil

A fragrant, spiced broth topped with noodles and perfectly tender beef shanks braised for hours

A simple, comforting, Hong Kong classic noodle soup with chives and pork & shrimp wontons

A refreshing appetizer or side that pairs well with any kind of main dish (particularly with spicy sichuan dishes!)

A Cantonese classic, this extremely flavorful "bo zai fan" is topped with Chinese sausage "lap cheung", shiitake mushroom and marinated chicken

Simmered in a blend of aromatics & spices - garlic, ginger, scallions, star anise and bay leaves

A comforting nutritious bowl of classic Cantonese soup featuring watercress, pork, carrots and chestnuts

A simple Sichuan dish with a funny but cute name - does it look like the minced pork (ants) are clinging to the vermicelli noodles (tree branches)?

A perfect customizable dish for any spice lover who enjoys that numbing sensation 

A classic Sichuan dish consisting of silken tofu and ground pork in a spicy, chili- and bean-based sauce

A warm, spicy, hearty stew made with pork belly, tofu and lots of kimchi!

Succulent short ribs in a rich savory sauce, this one is a real treat for a special occasion

Totally iconic Korean dish with an incredible balance of vegetables and meat, served with homemade gochujang-based sauce

One of my favorite summer time noodles, this recipe is a "casual" take of the original dish with extra garlic-y flavor and mixed vegetables

A Korean twist on "Sheng Jian Bao", featuring a fluffy bun with a flavor-packed filling: kimchi, pork, garlic, tofu, chives, scallions, bean sprouts and dangmyeon

A hot bowl of noodles in a spicy broth filled with a variety of vegetables and seafood... ready in under 30 minutes

An easy weekday meal that is perfectly budget-friendly and delicious, nothing beats a simple kimchi fried rice

A warming bowl of spicy stew loaded with tender pork neck meat, potatoes, and vegetables

A popular comfort food featuring thin wheat noodles in a clear anchovy-kelp broth

A traditional Korean stew made with doenjang, a fermented bean paste, that has a very delicious earthy flavor

A personal favorite that is delicious, so easy to prepare, and keto-friendly!

A popular Korean BBQ dish featuring pork marinated in a gochujang-based sauce

Bouncy and chewy sweet potato starch noodles, perfect as a banchan (side dish) or a main dish

A perfect snack or picnic item, these rice rolls are filled with a variety of delicious fillings

Thinly sliced beef marinated in a sweet and savory sauce grilled to flavor-packed, tender perfection

A Chinese-style noodle dish topped with a thick sauce made of chunjang, diced pork, and vegetables

Caution: extra hot, spicy, and perfect for anyone who wants a little sweat (but trust me, you will not be able to stop eating the whole plate!)

An easy, clean, light soup that you can easily drink every day, featuring a natural beef and radish flavor

Hear the sizzle through the photo? Flavorful flank steak served with fajita veggies, jalapeño, pico de gallo, corn salsa and corn tortillas

A homemade kimchi coleslaw with Korean BBQ sauce and Asian-marinated beef patty on a pretzel bun served with thick-cut fries and truffle aioli

Creamy, rich, full of a delicious porky flavor, and topped with some freshly ground black pepper

The one and only brussel sprouts recipe you'll ever need - complete with bacon and balsamic glaze

This slow-cooked, red wine-braised short rib ragu is the perfect treat - hearty, rich and full of incredible flavors

Fluffy. Warm. Soft. These homemade clouds of cinnamon-goodness is topped off with sweet vanilla icing

Made with a homemade dry rub, these ribs have a special ingredient that makes the meat extra tender and fall right off the bones

Texas-style slow-cooked tender beef brisket with homemade dry rub served with corn and baked beans

Featuring one of my favorite cuts of meat - this braised oxtail is fall-off-the-bone tender and arguably the new short rib

Quick and easy stir-fry with a healthy balance of protein and greens

A new favorite go-to fried rice dish with incredible Thai flavors, made with a chili garlic paste and lots of basil!

Not your classic fried rice, but as a salmon lover, I wanted to try something a little different... and the result was omega-3 deliciousness

Take a simple avocado, turn it into a beautiful rose, sprinkle your favorite seasoning and enjoy with a golden brown toast

Inspired by my go-to breakfast item from Pret-A-Manger, this flaky, cheesy croissant is a must-try

A classic Spanish rice dish made with saffron-infused short-grain rice, vegetables, and seafood cooked and served in one pan

Tuna Mayo Onigiri (shaped as Santa & snowman)

Smoked Salmon & Avocado Bagel (shaped as wreath)