Japanese

Mushroom yakisoba

While pork is the default protein for this Japanese stir fried noodle dish, chicken or shrimps can be substituted. In this meatless recipe, mushroom is the protein component.

Cook time: 15

Servings: 4 people

Chicken karaage

Japanese fried chicken thigh fillets with a light ultra crisp coating, our home version of chicken karaage was served with shredded cabbage, mayo for dipping and rice on the side.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 4 people

Naporitan (Japanese ketchup spaghetti)

This strangely comforting pasta dish has sliced hotdogs and a sweet-sour sauce made with tomato ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, sugar and milk.

Cook time: 18

Servings: 4 people

Store-bought mushroom balls, rehydrated shiitake and fresh shimeji are added to the classic Japanese miso soup in this chunky and filling dish that can be enjoyed as a starter course or an all-day snack.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 4 people

Cheesy gyudon

A heap of shredded cheese on top of gyudon is torched until melted. It’s our home version of a beef rice bowl preparation popularized by Japanese gyudon chain Sukiya.

Cook time: 10

Servings: 4 people