Tofu cream is easy to make and low in calories. It’s an almighty condiment that can be used from pasta dishes to sweets. Tofu cream is made from tofu, which is healthy, tasty, and good for weight-loss. Let’s give it a try! Contents: What is Tofu Cream? Save Time! How to Drain Tofu Tofu Cream’s Appeal How to Use Tofu Cream Basic Tofu Cream Recipe Tofu Cream Mushroom Gratin Recipe Tomato Tofu Cream Pasta Recipe Fruit Roll Cake with Tofu Cream Recipe Tofu Cream Potato Salad Recipe What is Tofu Cream? Tofu cream is very white and creamy, like heavy cream. It looks so yummy, it’s surprising to realize that it’s made from tofu. All you have to do is […]
Nobody knows who came up with koyadofu first, though it’s certainly a traditional Japanese flavor that dates back to ancient times. Koyadofu is made simply from soybeans, and has long been enjoyed throughout Japan under the names “Shimi-dofu” or “Koyasan-dofu.” It looks just like a hard sponge, and it doesn’t even appear to be edible or fresh. Koyadofu could have been destined to simply die out, but now it is appreciated for its distinctively high nutritional value. Koyadofu is an excellent, storable healthy food that Japan can boast to the world. Its nostalgic taste is now becoming increasingly popular and is soon to emerge as a dynamic influence on modern cooking. Contents: What is Koyadofu? The Nutritional Value of Koyadofu […]
Oshiruko, or zenzai, is one of the desserts we crave during a cold winter. By the way, do you know what the difference is between oshiruko and zenzai? Actually, they both vary depending on the region and can be defined in many different ways. Therefore, when people who are reading this article hear about oshiruko or zenzai as mentioned here, what they’ll picture in their minds may differ according to the part of Japan they call home. Contents: Oshiruko is Excellent Dessert Oshiruko’s Supporting Cast Oshiruko Recipe Fun Recipe of Oshiruko Oshiruko is Excellent Dessert Generally, in the Kanto region a soup dish contammg “bean paste” made of red beans is referred to as shiruko, whereas in the Kansai region […]
How Bean Sprouts are Made Bean sprouts have been prized since ancient times, not only in Japan but also in China, Korea and Southeast Asia, as a remarkable food that helps build the body. Now that bean sprouts can be mass-produced in factories, they’re back in the spotlight as a hygienic, safe sprout vegetable. They can be produced with great flavor and abundant nutrition regardless of the season, and are grown using only fresh water with no chemical fertilizers or pesticides. Nutritional Value of Moyashi Bean sprouts are an extremely healthy food bursting with a variety of nutrients. As bean sprouts grow, latent nutrients, such as the starch, fat and protein stored in its seed, are hydrolyzed, releasing energy while […]
The Japanese traditional confectionery, wagashi, is very delicately shaped and flavored with natural ingredients such as agar, strained azuki beans, and yomogi (mugwort) leaf. In Japan, seasonality plays an important part of their food culture, especially in regards to the ingredients, theme, color, and presentation. For Japanese culinary arts, all these should match the season. The Japanese dessert wagashi is the epitome of how Japanese celebrate season and life! Spring Wagashi | Summer Wagashi | Autumn Wagashi | Winter Wagashi Japanese Dessert (Wagashi) in Spring In spring, cherry blossoms bloom throughout the nation and people hold hanami, or cherry-blossom viewing parties. Spring also marks the beginning of the school year (in the Japanese system of education)and the time to make […]
Wagashi is the generic term for Japanese-style confections, which include not just sweets, but also savory snack foods like the soy-sauce-flavored arare or the recent hit, wasabi peas. However, when a Japanese person talks about wagashi it usually means doughy, sweet-flavored namagashi (moist confections) or han-namagashi (semi-moist confections). Take manju (sweet buns) for example: slow-cooked, sweet azuki bean paste is wrapped inside a soft bun that has designs crafted onto it. Wagashi has its own distinctive Japanese style and is irresistibly fascinating. Contents: Wagashi – Traditional Japanese Confectionery 5 Most General Wagashi You Can Find at Japanese Market Dango -Little rice balls on skewers Manju-The skin on the outside and the filling of azuki (red beans) Yokan -Azuki (red beans) […]
Let’s try Natto Recipe! Many natto lovers are found in the northern and southern parts of Japan. Although natto was traditionally unpopular in the Kansai area, where residents hated its distinctive smell, the advance in biotechnology has made it possible to culture pure strains of bacillus natto to create natto having less odor. Thanks to the less smelly versions, natto is now a popular food that’s enjoyed by Japanese throughout the country. Natto is delicious but it has a distinctive smell and stickiness. Even the simplest way to eat natto—putting over on rice and sprinkling it with condiments and soy sauce—never becomes boring. When cooking natto, select ingredients that go well with this dish. You can also find recipes that […]
Natto, one of the foods based on fermented soybeans, is made with Bacillus subtilis, a bacterium so potent that it survived the ice age. Contents The Story of Natto Characteristics of Natto Effects of Natto The Story of Natto Natto is a natural food that was reportedly eaten by the ancient Japanese as early as the Yayoi period (300 B.C. – 300 A.D.). In the Nara period (710 – 794), methods to produce fish sauce, grain-based sauce, fermented bean curd, and other food items—which later developed into tofu and natto-were brought into Japan, along with Buddhism, from China. The wisdom and ingenuity of our ancestors led to an evolution of fermentation methods, eventually producing a series of fermented soybean delicacies […]
Soybean and edamame (green soybeans) are the same vegetable, but the two names refer to their respective harvest periods. Contents: What is Edamame beans? Cultivation Nutritional Value of Edamame (Health Benefits) Edamame – A Calorie-Efficient, Super Healthy Food How to eat Edamame? How to cook Edamame? Spicy Edamame Recipe Edamame Rice Recipe What is Edamame beans? Some records show that people ate boiled soft green soybeans as early as the Heian era (794 – 1185). Today, with the worldwide popularity of Japanese cuisine, the term “edamame” has become an international word, being a standard part of English and Spanish vocabulary. The soybean has played an important role in the Japanese diet for many years. Of the five grains eaten in […]
Contents The nutritional and health benefits of soy milk How to cook soy milk? The nutritional and health benefits of soy milk Recently, soy milk has drawn increasing attention from health-conscious people. Because it is plant-derived, it’s low in fat and has zero cholesterol. For people who want the health benefits of soybeans but don’t actually want to eat them, soy milk is a great alternative because it lets you take in all the abundant nutrients of soybeans efficiently. Its most notable nutrient is soy isoflavone, which plays an important role in maintaining hormonal balance and preventing osteoporosis. Soy milk is also rich in B-complex vitamins, vitamin E, and minerals. One glass a day can support the health of people […]
