Elevate traditional spaghetti with a kick of spicy green chili! Eat over noodles or as a regular chili topped with shredded cheese, onions, cilantro, and Tabasco.
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Combining two classic comfort foods from two different countries equals a winning combination. Learn how to make an Asian version of American pot pie with savory Japanese curry.
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No potluck or gathering is complete without Spam and Egg Musubi! This easy-to-make Hawaiian classic combines savory caramelized Spam, fluffy tamago (egg), and perfectly seasoned rice wrapped in nori. Learn the secrets to making it at home, plus tips for fun toppings like shoyu green chili.
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Spice up your deviled eggs for the holidays with this amazing, umami version! These are sure to be a crowd pleaser.
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Craving that tangy, spicy hot and sour soup from your favorite Chinese restaurant? This homemade version is quick, customizable, and way more satisfying than takeout.
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Looking for a colorful winter salad that’s anything but boring? This Fuyu persimmon salad is bright, crunchy, and perfectly balanced with roasted veggies and seasonal greens. Inspired by Japanese ingredients and winter produce, it’s an easy, show-stopping salad that’s full of flavor and cultural roots.
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This Hawaiian-style Furikake Chex Mix is the ultimate holiday snack—sweet, salty, crunchy, and totally addictive. A nostalgic treat perfect for gifting or snacking!
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This Asian-inspired roasted veggie salad is a warm, satisfying twist on your usual leafy bowl. With toasty vegetables, a sesame oil vinaigrette, and punchy toppings like chili crunch and scallions, it’s the perfect way to upgrade your veggie game.
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This chilled somen noodle salad is a family favorite and a staple at Hawaiian potlucks. Inspired by my Aunt Tracie’s version, it’s a Japanese-American fusion dish layered with cold noodles, crisp lettuce, kamaboko, char siu, and a savory sesame-soy dressing. It’s light, flavorful, and easy to make ahead for any gathering.
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Curious about Japanese ingredients but not sure where to start? Whether you’ve wandered the aisles of an Asian market feeling overwhelmed or you’re just looking to level up your home cooking, this guide breaks down the most essential Japanese pantry staples—what they are, how to use them, and where to find them. Learn more about common Japanese ingredients like shoyu, miso, mirin and furikake. Your new go-to guide for shopping and cooking with bold umami flavors.
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Inspired by the New York Times' viral breakfast salad, this copycat recipe brings fresh flavor and a few personal upgrades — like marinated feta, a bright shallot vinaigrette, and all the brunch vibes. If you're looking for a savory, satisfying twist on your usual morning greens, this one’s for you.
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This bold and savory Japanese curry dipping sauce is a rich, concentrated take on traditional Japanese curry—no potatoes, just pure flavor! Perfect for dunking crispy grilled cheese sandwiches, adding to udon noodles, or using as a stir-fry base. Easy to customize and made with pantry staples, this curry is cozy comfort food with a creative twist.
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Fried pork wontons make the perfect appetizer for any Asian meal. These wontons are made just how my mom makes them and I wouldn’t have it any other way. They’re best hot out of the frying pan (or air fryer) and topped with sweet and sour sauce. They will be gone before you know it. I’ve also included options to make them vegetarian or vegan!
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Puff pastry “pizza” is delicious and fast. It’s also super customizable and a great way to get rid of all the veggies in your fridge. This is a great weeknight staple and a fun way to use puff pastry.
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Looking for a fresh and flavorful kale salad that’s easy to customize? This versatile kale salad recipe is packed with garlic, lemon, soy sauce, and parmesan, making it the perfect base for your favorite add-ins. Want to make it a full meal? Just toss in poached chicken, rotisserie chicken, or baked chicken for an extra protein boost! Quick, healthy, and endlessly adaptable, this is the only kale salad recipe you’ll ever need.
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Lightly sweet, chewy, mochi butter cake with the bonus of Cinnamon Toast Crunch! This easy recipe is a great primer to baking and getting familiar with mochi flour. Perfect for an afternoon snack or dessert for an outdoor picnic lunch.
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Bo Ssäm is a Korean pork dish that is served in thinly sliced lettuce, cabbage, or daikon wraps. Topped with various accoutrements, it’s the perfect party dish. This recipe uses pork butt instead of boiled pork belly and the meat can be repurposed for different meals! I love it in a quesadilla served alongside some kimchi.
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Learn how to make ssämjang sauce. This spicy Korean dipping sauce is perfect for topping eggs and rice, mixing with noodles, and is great with bo ssäm or any type of grilled meat.
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Lion’s Head meatballs are the juiciest and most flavorful meatball of all time. This recipe will yield enough for 5-6 meals and you can freeze any of the remaining meatballs for another time.
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Catching onto the garlic chili crisp sauce craze? Here’s a recipe of my spin on it. All you need is garlic, shallots, oil and a few tasty aromatics to make this sauce that goes well with everything. This is a great way to customize your chili crisp exactly how you like it to taste.
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