🍳 Japanese Recipes
Traditional Japanese recipes with nutrition info
100 recipes
beverage
How to Make Amazake (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Amazake (甘酒), literally translated as 'sweet sake', is a beloved Japanese beverage with roots stretc...
How to Make Boss Coffee (Canned) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Boss Coffee (Canned) is an iconic ready-to-drink beverage that has become a symbol of Japan’s vibran...
How to Make Calpis (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Calpis, known in Japan as カルピス (Karupisu), is a beloved non-carbonated soft drink crafted from ferme...
How to Make Calpis (Calpico) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Calpis, known as Calpico outside Japan, is a beloved Japanese beverage that has delighted generation...
How to Make Canned Iced Coffee (Black) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Canned Iced Coffee (Black), or "缶コーヒー（ブラック）" in Japan, is a staple beverage found in convenience sto...
How to Make Genmaicha (Brown Rice Tea) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Genmaicha, or brown rice tea, is a beloved Japanese beverage combining green tea leaves (sencha or b...
How to Make Green Tea (Sencha) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Green Tea, known as Sencha (煎茶) in Japan, is the most popular style of Japanese green tea, celebrate...
How to Make Hojicha Latte (Traditional & Healthy Version)
The Hojicha Latte is a soothing Japanese beverage that beautifully combines the earthy, roasted flav...
How to Make Matcha Latte (Traditional & Healthy Version)
The Matcha Latte is a celebrated beverage in Japan, blending the vibrant, earthy flavors of matcha (...
How to Make Mitsuya Cider (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Mitsuya Cider is a beloved Japanese beverage, renowned for its crisp, clean taste and effervescent b...
How to Make Mugicha (Barley Tea) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Mugicha (麦茶), known as barley tea in English, is a staple summertime beverage in Japan. The traditio...
breakfast
How to Make Egg Sandwich (Tamago Sando) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
The Egg Sandwich, or Tamago Sando, is a beloved Japanese breakfast staple renowned for its creamy, u...
How to Make Grilled Salmon (Yakizake) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Grilled Salmon, known as Yakizake (焼き鮭), is a beloved Japanese breakfast classic that perfectly high...
How to Make Japanese Breakfast Set (Traditional & Healthy Version)
The Japanese Breakfast Set, or 'Asa Teishoku', is a harmonious collection of nourishing dishes that ...
How to Make Japanese Breakfast Set (Teishoku) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Japanese Breakfast Set (Teishoku) is a harmonious meal that exemplifies the balance and aesthetics o...
How to Make Miso Soup (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Miso Soup, or 'Misoshiru' (味噌汁), is a quintessential Japanese breakfast dish enjoyed for centuries a...
How to Make Miso Soup with Tofu (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Miso Soup with Tofu, or 'Tofu to Miso Shiru,' is a staple in Japanese cuisine and culture, often enj...
curry
How to Make Beef Curry (Japanese) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Beef Curry (Japanese), known locally as 'Gyū Kare', is a beloved comfort food that has become a stap...
How to Make Chicken Curry (Japanese) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chicken Curry (Japanese), known as 'Kare Raisu' (カレーライス), is a beloved comfort food in Japan, found ...
How to Make Curry Udon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Curry Udon is a beloved Japanese noodle dish that combines the rich, umami flavors of Japanese curry...
How to Make Dry Curry (Japanese) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Dry Curry (ドライカレー, Dorai Kare) is a beloved Japanese adaptation of curry, featuring ground meat saut...
How to Make Japanese Curry Rice (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Japanese Curry Rice, or 'Kare Raisu' (カレーライス), is a beloved comfort food across Japan, cherished for...
How to Make Katsu Curry (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Katsu Curry, known as カツカレー (katsu kare), is a beloved Japanese comfort food that beautifully blends...
How to Make Keema Curry (Japanese) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Keema Curry, or キーマカレー, is a beloved Japanese adaptation of classic curry that places a spotlight on...
dessert
How to Make Castella (Kasutera) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Castella, or Kasutera (カステラ), is a beloved Japanese sponge cake that originated in Nagasaki during t...
How to Make Cream Puff (Shu Cream) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Cream Puff, known as 'Shū Kurīmu' (シュークリーム) in Japan, is a beloved dessert that beautifully balances...
How to Make Dorayaki (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Dorayaki is a beloved Japanese dessert, characterized by its fluffy honey pancakes sandwiched with a...
How to Make Imagawayaki (Red Bean Cake) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Imagawayaki (今川焼き), also known as Obanyaki in some regions of Japan, is a beloved traditional Japane...
How to Make Kakigori (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Kakigori is Japan’s beloved shaved ice dessert, enjoyed especially during the hot, humid summer mont...
How to Make Kakigori (Shaved Ice) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Kakigori (かき氷) is a beloved Japanese dessert that embodies the essence of summer in Japan. Originati...
How to Make Manju (Steamed Bean Bun) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Manju (饅頭) is a beloved Japanese dessert, often enjoyed during tea ceremonies and festivals. This st...
How to Make Matcha Ice Cream (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Matcha Ice Cream, known in Japan as 抹茶アイスクリーム (Matcha Aisu Kurīmu), is a beloved dessert that beauti...
How to Make Mochi (Daifuku) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Mochi (Daifuku) is a beloved traditional Japanese wagashi (sweet) that encapsulates the delicate art...
How to Make Mochi (Plain) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Mochi (餅), a beloved Japanese dessert, is a soft, chewy rice cake made from glutinous rice or mochik...
How to Make Monaka (Wafer Bean Cake) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Monaka (最中) is a classic Japanese dessert beloved for its delicate balance of crispy mochi rice wafe...
dinner
How to Make Agedashi Tofu (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Agedashi Tofu is a beloved Japanese dinner dish featuring silky tofu lightly dusted with potato star...
How to Make Chawanmushi (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chawanmushi is a classic Japanese savory egg custard, cherished for its silky texture and delicate u...
How to Make Japanese Cream Stew (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Japanese Cream Stew, or "kurīmu shichū" (クリームシチュー), is a beloved comfort dish found in households ac...
How to Make Ebi Fry (Fried Shrimp) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Ebi Fry, or Fried Shrimp, is a beloved classic in Japanese cuisine, offering a golden, crispy exteri...
How to Make Hambagu (Japanese Hamburger Steak) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Hambagu (ハンバーグ) is a beloved Japanese dinner dish that showcases the harmony of umami-rich flavors a...
How to Make Hamburg Steak (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Hamburg Steak, known as 'ハンバーグ' (Hanbāgu) in Japan, is a beloved dish often featured in Japanese hom...
How to Make Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Hiroshima-style Okonomiyaki is a beloved Japanese savory pancake that originated in Hiroshima Prefec...
How to Make Jingisukan (Lamb BBQ) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Jingisukan (ジンギスカン), the iconic lamb barbecue from Hokkaido, Japan, is a dish steeped in regional tr...
How to Make Monjayaki (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Monjayaki is a beloved Japanese savory pancake hailing from the vibrant streets of Tokyo. Often enjo...
donburi
How to Make Butadon (Pork Bowl) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Butadon (豚丼), meaning 'pork bowl,' is a beloved donburi dish originating from Hokkaido, Japan. This ...
How to Make Chukadon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chukadon is a beloved donburi (rice bowl) dish that brings together a vibrant medley of stir-fried v...
How to Make Gyudon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Gyudon, known as 'beef bowl' in Japan, is a beloved donburi dish that features thinly sliced beef an...
How to Make Gyudon (Beef Bowl) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Gyudon, or 'beef bowl,' is a beloved Japanese donburi dish featuring tender, thinly sliced beef simm...
How to Make Kaisen Don (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Kaisen Don, or 海鮮丼, is a vibrant Japanese donburi dish that beautifully showcases the freshness of t...
How to Make Katsudon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Katsudon is a beloved Japanese donburi dish featuring a crispy tonkatsu (breaded pork cutlet) simmer...
lunch
How to Make Chicken Karaage (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chicken Karaage (鶏の唐揚げ) is a beloved Japanese dish renowned for its crispy texture and savory, umami...
How to Make Chicken Karaage Salad (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chicken Karaage Salad combines the beloved Japanese fried chicken, karaage, with a fresh medley of s...
How to Make Chicken Karaage with Spicy Mayo (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chicken Karaage is a beloved Japanese lunch dish known for its crisp, juicy texture and rich umami f...
How to Make Chicken Karaage Wrap (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chicken Karaage Wrap is a modern fusion dish inspired by the beloved Japanese karaage—crispy, juicy ...
How to Make Hayashi Rice (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Hayashi Rice (ハヤシライス) is a beloved yoshoku dish in Japan, featuring tender slices of beef and onions...
How to Make Karaage Bento (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Karaage Bento is a beloved Japanese lunch box meal, featuring succulent pieces of marinated chicken ...
How to Make Konbini Bento (Chicken) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Konbini Bento (Chicken) is a beloved staple of Japanese convenience stores, known for its balanced n...
How to Make Makunouchi Bento (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Makunouchi Bento is a classic Japanese lunch box, known for its exquisite balance, seasonal ingredie...
noodles
How to Make Ankake Yakisoba (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Ankake Yakisoba is a classic Japanese noodle dish featuring crisp, pan-fried yakisoba noodles topped...
How to Make Champon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Champon is a vibrant noodle dish originating from Nagasaki, Japan, celebrated for its rich umami bro...
How to Make Hiyashi Chuka (Cold Ramen) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Hiyashi Chuka, literally meaning 'chilled Chinese noodles', is a beloved summer dish in Japan that s...
How to Make Kitsune Udon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Kitsune Udon is a beloved Japanese noodle dish that features silky udon noodles served in a fragrant...
How to Make Nabeyaki Udon (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Nabeyaki Udon is a classic Japanese noodle dish, renowned for its comforting flavors and beautiful p...
ramen
How to Make Abura Soba (Oilless Ramen) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Abura Soba, which translates to 'oil noodles,' is a beloved Japanese ramen dish that forgoes the typ...
How to Make Ie-kei Ramen (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Ie-kei Ramen, originating from Yokohama, Japan, is a unique blend of tonkotsu (pork bone) and shoyu ...
How to Make Kitakata Ramen (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Kitakata Ramen is a beloved Japanese noodle dish originating from Kitakata City in Fukushima Prefect...
How to Make Miso Ramen (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Miso Ramen is a beloved noodle soup that captures the essence of Japanese umami cuisine. Originating...
rice
How to Make Chahan (Japanese Fried Rice) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Chahan, or Japanese fried rice, is a beloved dish in Japanese homes and restaurants, known for its c...
How to Make Gomoku Gohan (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Gomoku Gohan, also known as 'mixed rice' (五目ご飯), is a classic Japanese dish that beautifully showcas...
How to Make Hitsumabushi (Nagoya Eel) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Hitsumabushi (ひつまぶし) is a celebrated specialty of Nagoya, Japan, renowned for its exquisite preparat...
How to Make Maze Gohan (Mixed Rice) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Maze Gohan, also known as Japanese mixed rice, is a beloved home-style dish found across Japan’s kit...
snack
How to Make Anpan (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Anpan is a beloved Japanese sweet bun filled with smooth, sweet red bean paste (anko). Originating i...
How to Make Anpan (Red Bean Bread) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Anpan (あんパン) is a beloved Japanese snack bread filled with sweet red bean paste, or anko (餡子). Origi...
How to Make Chikuwa (Fish Cake Tube) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Chikuwa (竹輪) is a classic Japanese fish cake snack renowned for its unique tube shape and chewy text...
How to Make Curry Pan (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Curry Pan, also known as Kare Pan (カレーパン), is a beloved Japanese snack that features a crisp, golden...
How to Make Dango (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Dango is a classic Japanese sweet snack enjoyed year-round, often seen at festivals or with a cup of...
How to Make Edamame (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Edamame, or 枝豆 (edamame), is a beloved Japanese snack made from young soybeans still in their pods. ...
How to Make Gyoza (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Gyoza, the beloved Japanese dumpling, traces its roots to the post-war era when it became a staple i...
How to Make Gyoza (Pan-fried) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Gyoza (Pan-fried), also known as yaki-gyoza, are one of Japan’s most beloved snacks, offering a perf...
How to Make Hijiki Nimono (Seaweed Salad) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Hijiki Nimono (ひじき煮物) is a beloved, traditional Japanese side dish featuring hijiki seaweed simmered...
How to Make Hiyayakko (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Hiyayakko, or cold tofu, is a classic Japanese snack that embodies the essence of simplicity and fre...
How to Make Ikayaki (Grilled Squid) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Ikayaki, or grilled squid, is a beloved Japanese street snack often enjoyed at summer festivals (mat...
How to Make Japanese Curry Bread (Kare Pan) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Japanese Curry Bread, known locally as Kare Pan (カレーパン), is a beloved snack in Japan, combining the ...
How to Make Karaage (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Karaage is a beloved Japanese dish featuring bite-sized pieces of chicken marinated in a flavorful m...
How to Make Karaage (Fried Chicken) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Karaage, Japan’s beloved fried chicken, is a staple of izakaya menus and home kitchens alike. Origin...
How to Make Kinpira Gobo (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Kinpira Gobo (きんぴらごぼう) is a classic Japanese side dish made by sautéing and simmering thinly sliced ...
How to Make Korokke (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Korokke, the beloved Japanese croquette, is a popular snack found in homes, specialty shops, and con...
How to Make Korokke (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Korokke, or Japanese croquettes, are a beloved snack across Japan, known for their crispy exterior a...
How to Make Kushikatsu (Deep-fried Skewers) – Traditional & Healthy Version
Kushikatsu, also known as Kushiage, is an iconic Japanese street food originating from Osaka. These ...
How to Make Melon Pan (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Melon Pan is a beloved Japanese sweet bread, recognized by its signature crunchy cookie crust and so...
sushi
How to Make Aburi Salmon Nigiri (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Aburi Salmon Nigiri is a beloved sushi dish originating from Japan, prized for its delicate balance ...
How to Make Anago Nigiri (Conger Eel) (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Anago Nigiri (Conger Eel) is a classic sushi dish that showcases the delicate flavors of saltwater e...
How to Make California Roll (Traditional & Healthy Version)
The California Roll, a modern sushi maki, has become a beloved staple in Japanese cuisine worldwide....
How to Make Chirashi Don (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chirashi Don, also known as Chirashizushi, is a vibrant and nourishing Japanese sushi bowl that beau...
How to Make Chirashi-zushi (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Chirashi-zushi, also known as 'scattered sushi', is a vibrant and healthy Japanese dish that beautif...
How to Make Ebi Nigiri (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Ebi Nigiri is an iconic form of sushi that highlights the delicate sweetness of shrimp (ebi) and the...
How to Make Ikura Gunkan (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Ikura Gunkan, a classic sushi dish from Japan, elegantly showcases the rich, umami flavors of ikura ...
How to Make Inari Sushi (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Inari Sushi (稲荷寿司) is a beloved Japanese dish consisting of vinegared sushi rice (shari) delicately ...
How to Make Maguro Nigiri (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Maguro Nigiri is a classic Japanese sushi dish featuring hand-formed vinegared rice (shari) topped w...
How to Make Maguro Sashimi (Traditional & Healthy Version)
Maguro Sashimi is a classic Japanese delicacy, celebrated for its simplicity and refined umami flavo...