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Pork and Lentil Soup Makes about 6 servings 1 tablespoon olive oil 1/2 yellow onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, minced 1 1/2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger 1 1/2 teaspoons dried crushed basil leaves 1 teaspoon kosher salt 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin 1 medium carrot, chopped 1 pound bone-in […]

Avo-don (Avocado Mango Donburi) Makes 2 servings For the sauce: 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice 1 1/2 teaspoons Honey Ridge Lemon Honey Crème (or substitute lemon curd) 1 teaspoon soy sauce 1 tablespoon warm water 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest 1 teaspoon fresh grated ginger 1 ripe avocado (about 8 ounces), chopped 1 […]

In 2004, during a trip to Europe, Mr. Fuji and I visited Cheddar Gorge in Somerset, England, a spectacular gorge with jagged cliffs and lush greenery. It was here that I learned about the long history of cheddar cheese, the cheese that takes its name from the region. Cheddar has been produced in the region […]

Add this recipe to ZipList! Tuna Tataki Summer Rolls For the Summer Rolls: Rice paper wrappers Tuna Tataki, thinly sliced on an angle Assortment of vegetables and herbs (Suggestions: butter lettuce, cucumber cut into matchsticks, carrots cut into matchsticks, bell pepper cut into matchsticks, fresh mint leaves, fresh basil leaves, shiso leaves, sprouts) For the […]

Indian Savory Pancakes (Semolina and Yogurt Pancakes) Makes 12 pancakes Recipes Notes: Typical Indian savory pancakes are not fluffy like the usual pancakes. Instead, they are dense and have most flavors when enjoyed right out the griddle with some hot green chutney or a sweet tomato chutney. 1 ½ cups Semolina (Cream of Wheat) 1 […]

Sweet Potato Pancakes Makes about 24 pancakes Recipe Notes: The recipe gives directions for cooking the sweet potatoes by boiling them. If you would rather cook them in the microwave, scrub the sweet potatoes and pierce all over with a fork. Microwave for 6 to 7 minutes on high, until they are easily pierced through […]

Nikuman Makes 8 buns For the dough: 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour 4 teaspoons baking powder 1/4 cup granulated sugar 2/3 cup warm milk For the filling: 4 ounces ground pork 1/3 onion, finely chopped 1.5 ounces boiled bamboo shoots, finely chopped 2 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce 2 teaspoons […]

Add this recipe to ZipList! Shrimp Pork Dumplings (Ebi to Butaniku no Gyoza) Makes 20 dumplings Recipe Notes: The assembled dumplings can be covered with plastic wrap and refrigerated for several hours, then cooked straight from the refrigerator. If you want to freeze them—place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, freeze them […]

Tori No Mizutaki—Chicken & Vegetable Hot Pot Makes approximately 6 servings Recipe Notes: If you can’t find shiitake mushrooms, you can use your favorite mushrooms instead. For a heartier meal, serve this nabe with steamed rice or noodles. 8 cups water 1 large piece of kombu (about 30 square inches) (optional) 4 boneless, skinless chicken […]

Sweet Potato Ginger Risotto Makes 3 – 4 servings 1/4 cup olive oil 1 small onion, minced 1 cup rice 4 to 6 cups warm dashi salt 1 cup sweet potato cubes (1/2-inch cubes) 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger 1 tablespoon unsalted butter 1. Heat the olive oil in a large sauce pan over medium […]

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