Japanese rice

Noriko’s Chirashi Sushi

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I gain so much inspiration from so many people in my life.  Since the food community is all about sharing in the collective experience, I am spotlighting some of those people.  It has been forever since my last post in the spotlight series!  Today I’d like to introduce you to my friend Noriko.  It’s thanks [...]

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Tori Zosui—Japanese Rice & Chicken Porridge

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I love recipes that use up little leftovers bits of previous meals.  Good examples that I’ve shared in the recent past are kalua pig tacos (using leftover kalua pig) and zakkoku mai onigiri (using leftover zakkoku mai).  Tori Zosui is another fantastic recipe that can use up leftovers.  Tori Zosui is a thick rice porridge [...]

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Zakkoku Mai—Japanese Rice With Mixed Grains

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A favorite discovery of mine while living in Japan was zakkoku mai—Japanese rice mixed with seeds and grains. Zakkoku mai is a great addition to a meal in place of regular rice. Not only is it nutritious, adding nutrients and fiber to the rice, but it’s delicious. It has a wonderful subtle nutty flavor and [...]

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Onigiri—Squirrel’s Favorite Oyatsu

Today is Hinamatsuri (雛祭り) in Japan, the Japanese Doll Festival , or Girls’ Day, held every year on March 3, the third day of the third month. I love this holiday because it is a day when families pray for and celebrate the happiness and prosperity of their girls. Being the mom of two little [...]

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