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Japanese Hot Pots

Author : Tadashi Ono
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 158008981X
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (8 download)

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Download or read book Japanese Hot Pots written by Tadashi Ono and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2009-09-22 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chef Tadashi Ono and food journalist Harris Salat demystify this communal eating tradition for American home cooks with belly-warming dishes from all corners of Japan. Using savory broths and healthy, easy-to-find ingredients such as seafood, poultry, greens, roots, mushrooms, and noodles, these classic one-pot dishes require minimal fuss and preparation, and no special equipment—they're simple, fast recipes to whip up either on the stove or on a tableside portable burner, like they do in Japan. Wholesome, delicious Japanese comfort food, hot pot cooking satisfies the universal desire for steaming, gratifying and hearty meals the whole family can enjoy.

Donabe

Author : Naoko Takei Moore
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607747006
Total Pages : 330 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Donabe written by Naoko Takei Moore and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2015-10-27 with total page 330 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A beautiful and lavishly photographed cookbook focused on authentic Japanese clay-pot cooking, showcasing beloved recipes and updates on classics, with background on the origins and history of donabe. Japanese clay pot (donabe) cooking has been refined over centuries into a versatile and simple method for preparing both dramatic and comforting one-pot meals. In Donabe, Tokyo native and cooking school instructor Naoko Takei Moore and chef Kyle Connaughton offer inspiring Japanese home-style recipes such as Sizzling Tofu and Mushrooms in Miso Sauce and Dashi-Rich Shabu-Shabu, as well as California-inspired dishes including Steam-Fried Black Cod with Crisp Potatoes, Leeks, and Walnut-Nori Pesto or Smoked Duck Breast with Creamy Wasabi–Green Onion Dipping Sauce. All are rich in flavor, simple to prepare, and perfect for a communal dining experience with family and friends. Donabe also features recipes from luminary chefs such as David Kinch, Namae Shinobu, and Cortney Burns and Nick Balla, all of whom use donabe in their own kitchens. Collectible, beautiful, and functional, donabe can easily be an essential part of your cooking repetory.

Just One Cookbook

Author : Namiko Chen
Publisher :
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 287 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (61 download)

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Download or read book Just One Cookbook written by Namiko Chen and published by . This book was released on 2021 with total page 287 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Japanese Hot Pots

Author : Tadashi Ono
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607741318
Total Pages : 160 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Japanese Hot Pots written by Tadashi Ono and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-04-27 with total page 160 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Chef Tadashi Ono and food journalist Harris Salat demystify this communal eating tradition for American home cooks with belly-warming dishes from all corners of Japan. Using savory broths and healthy, easy-to-find ingredients such as seafood, poultry, greens, roots, mushrooms, and noodles, these classic one-pot dishes require minimal fuss and preparation, and no special equipment—they're simple, fast recipes to whip up either on the stove or on a tableside portable burner, like they do in Japan. Wholesome, delicious Japanese comfort food, hot pot cooking satisfies the universal desire for steaming, gratifying and hearty meals the whole family can enjoy.

Simply Hot Pots

Author : Amy Kimoto-Kahn
Publisher : Race Point Publishing
ISBN 13 : 0760363102
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4.7/5 (63 download)

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Download or read book Simply Hot Pots written by Amy Kimoto-Kahn and published by Race Point Publishing. This book was released on 2019-01-08 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In Japan, hot pot cooking is called nabemono, or nabe, and cooked in donabe, traditional clay pots. Comforting, healthy, affordable, easy, and quick—especially when you make your broth bases in advance—these satisfying one-pot meals can be customized for anyone (including kids!). Simply Hot Pots brings hot pot cooking to your table with a complete course of 75 recipes, including 15 base broths (from shabu-shabu to bone broths to creamy corn and tomato broths); pork, chicken, beef, seafood, spicy, vegetable, and specialty hot pot meals; dipping sauces; sides; and desserts. Amy Kimoto-Kahn, the best-selling author of Simply Ramen, shares recipes of traditional and non-traditional Japanese hot pots, along with East Asian hot pots with flavors from Mongolia, Thailand, and Malaysia. You and your guests will love quickly cooking shabu-shabu–style meats, greens, mushrooms, onions, root and other vegetables, and tofu in the piping hot, savory broths, followed by a shime (end-of-meal course), when plump udon noodles, tender ramen noodles, or fluffy rice are placed into the leftover broth and simmered until warm and bursting with its delicious flavor. With easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions and stunning photos, Simply Hot Pots will not only have your dinner table brimming with great food, but also great conversation. Delve into the world of Asian cuisine with the Simply … series. From ramen to pho to hot pots, these beautifully photographed cookbooks serve to diversify your kitchen and your palette with easy-to-follow recipes for these iconic dishes. Other titles in this series include: Simply Pho, Simply Ramen.

Japanese Soups

Author : Keiko Iwasaki
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
ISBN 13 : 1462921981
Total Pages : 140 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (629 download)

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Download or read book Japanese Soups written by Keiko Iwasaki and published by Tuttle Publishing. This book was released on 2021-02-09 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hearty and healthy recipes straight from an authentic Japanese kitchen! Soup is an integral part of the traditional Japanese meal--whether a delicate miso soup in a lacquered bowl to be sipped as you eat your rice, or a rich and flavorful broth poured over a noodle dish. In this book, Japanese culinary expert Keiko Iwasaki shares the homemade soup recipes that she makes regularly for her family and friends at home--ranging from filling one-pot meals to light and tasty accompaniments. Recipes include: Japanese-Style Oyster Chowder Egg Soup with Shrimp and Napa Cabbage Pork Belly Soup with Vegetables Sesame Miso Soup with Beef and Watercress Summer Vegetable Soup Curried Tomato Soup with Pork Meatballs And many more--66 in all! All the soups in this book are made from homemade stocks that use healthy ingredients such as konbu seaweed or shiitake mushrooms, so that they are natural and additive free. The soup recipes themselves are based largely on vegetables, which are combined with seafood and meat to maximize the nutritional balance. They are also low calorie, and naturally gluten free. One of the main differences between Japanese and Western soups is that Japanese soups are cooked lightly rather than simmered for a long time. By following the recipes in this book, you can quickly and easily rustle up a warm bowl of soup to soothe your soul after a busy day.

Hot Pot Cookbook for Beginners

Author : Susan Ng
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1638078149
Total Pages : 266 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Hot Pot Cookbook for Beginners written by Susan Ng and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Visit Asia from your kitchen with easy and delicious hot pot recipes Hot pot cooking is enjoyed all over Asia (and the world) for its unique flavors, hearty broths, and the way it brings friends and family together. Hot pot newcomers will love the Hot Pot Cookbook for Beginners and its accessible introduction to this traditional cooking method. Discover a melting pot of Asian cuisines and how to properly prepare them at home. Hot pot how-to—Find everything you need to know about enjoying hot pot cooking with tips on setting the table, portion planning, and other essential hot pot primers. Recipes for any occasion—Discover easy-to-follow recipes with dedicated chapters on sauces, broths, meat and seafood, and veggie and tofu hot pots. Ingredient buying guide—Easily source the necessary ingredients for an authentic hot pot with handy guidance on how to shop in-store and online. Enjoy delectable hot pot meals with this indispensable beginner's guide.

The Japanese Hotpot Book

Author : Martha Stone
Publisher : Martha Stone
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 77 pages
Book Rating : 4./5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Japanese Hotpot Book written by Martha Stone and published by Martha Stone. This book was released on 2014-08-20 with total page 77 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Whenever Japanese cuisine is the topic of a conversation, sushi is probably the first thing that comes to mind. However, sushi is actually more of a restaurant type of Japanese cuisine. If you want to have the taste of authentic home-style Japanese cooking, then the hotpot is the answer. Hotpots have always been part of the Asian food tradition and are definitely the quintessential comfort food. In Japan, hotpots are thus enjoyed not just for their taste but also asa unique dining experience that brings the family together. Experience delicious andhomey dining with "The Japanese Hotpot Book: How to Cook Simple, Authentic Japanese Hot Pot Dishes." This book will feature 36 easy-to-follow Japanese hotpot recipes, including tips and a bit of history for you to enjoy.

Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook

Author : Jeff Mao
Publisher : Sourcebooks, Inc.
ISBN 13 : 1638078157
Total Pages : 276 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (38 download)

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Download or read book Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook written by Jeff Mao and published by Sourcebooks, Inc.. This book was released on 2021-11-30 with total page 276 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn how to make and share Chinese hot pot at home Hot pot is the perfect way to bring friends and family to the table. Together, everyone can share a leisurely meal and cook their own food exactly the way they like it. It's fun to make, easy to customize, and the Essential Chinese Hot Pot Cookbook gives you all the flavorful recipes and simple techniques you need to create a belly-warming hot pot feast at home. Build the basics—Discover recipes for making broth, creating your own add-ins and sauces, and tips for cooking and combining ingredients. Have a hot pot party—Get guidance on hosting hot pot for a group! Learn where to find ingredients, how much to buy for each person, how to set up your tables, and some helpful hot pot etiquette. Take a culinary journey—Explore flavors from different regions of China with options for using traditional ingredients, or everyday ingredients from any conventional grocery store. Enjoy Chinese hot pot anytime with a cookbook that walks you through every step.

Japanese Soul Cooking

Author : Tadashi Ono
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607743531
Total Pages : 258 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Japanese Soul Cooking written by Tadashi Ono and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2013-11-05 with total page 258 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of more than 100 recipes that introduces Japanese comfort food to American home cooks, exploring new ingredients, techniques, and the surprising origins of popular dishes like gyoza and tempura. Move over, sushi. It’s time for gyoza, curry, tonkatsu, and furai. These icons of Japanese comfort food cooking are the hearty, flavor-packed, craveable dishes you’ll find in every kitchen and street corner hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Japan. In Japanese Soul Cooking, Tadashi Ono and Harris Salat introduce you to this irresistible, homey style of cooking. As you explore the range of exciting, satisfying fare, you may recognize some familiar favorites, including ramen, soba, udon, and tempura. Other, lesser known Japanese classics, such as wafu pasta (spaghetti with bold, fragrant toppings like miso meat sauce), tatsuta-age (fried chicken marinated in garlic, ginger, and other Japanese seasonings), and savory omelets with crabmeat and shiitake mushrooms will instantly become standards in your kitchen as well. With foolproof instructions and step-by-step photographs, you’ll soon be knocking out chahan fried rice, mentaiko spaghetti, saikoro steak, and more for friends and family. Ono and Salat’s fascinating exploration of the surprising origins and global influences behind popular dishes is accompanied by rich location photography that captures the energy and essence of this food in everyday life, bringing beloved Japanese comfort food to Western home cooks for the first time.

Simply Ramen

Author : Amy Kimoto-Kahn
Publisher : Race Point Pub
ISBN 13 : 1631061445
Total Pages : 179 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (31 download)

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Download or read book Simply Ramen written by Amy Kimoto-Kahn and published by Race Point Pub. This book was released on 2016-02-19 with total page 179 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make delicious and healthy homemade ramen noodle recipes fast and easy! Love homemade ramen but don't want to spend ages looking for remote ingredients and preparing it? Simply Ramen brings delicious, homemade ramen to the table in an easy and accessible way, with a delicious fusion of 75 traditional and non-traditional recipes. Author Amy Kimoto-Kahn will show you how to make traditional basic ramen soup and a variety of different toppings. Enjoy steaming hot pork, chicken, or beef ramen dishes. Or branch out with seafood, vegetarian, or super spicy soups. There's even a host of recipes for cold ramen and other specialty ramen meals. Looking to please a lot of people? Amy Kimoto-Kahn will help you to "build-your-own-ramen" and show you how to start with one basic soup and then add a myriad of toppings to please a crowd. You'll even learn how to use instant ramen for delicious, but quick and easy dinners. Try your hand at: - Hawaiian-Style Pork Ramen - Breakfast Ramen topped with crispy bacon and a poached egg - Chicken Potsticker Ramen - Beef Curry Ramen - California Ramen topped with crabmeat, avocado, and cucumber - Vegan Ramen topped with broccoli, kale, carrots, bean sprouts, and more Why wait? Simply Ramen has all the recipes to make a comforting, steaming bowl of ramen to serve for dinner tonight!

The Daydreamer Detective

Author : Steph Gennaro
Publisher : Onigiri Press
ISBN 13 : 194059927X
Total Pages : 257 pages
Book Rating : 4.9/5 (45 download)

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Download or read book The Daydreamer Detective written by Steph Gennaro and published by Onigiri Press. This book was released on 2016-03-31 with total page 257 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: She’s got her head in the clouds and a taste for solving crime… Mei Yamagawa is out of luck and out of money. After five years in Tokyo, she has little to show for it besides a laundry list of unrealized dreams. Left without a choice, she returns to her rural Japanese hometown, ready to be branded a failure by her relatives and rivals. At the least, she looks forward to seeing her best friend, until Akiko is accused of murdering her own father. As Mei helps her farmer mother with the crops, she scouts for clues to clear her friend’s name. But during her investigation, she can’t help but notice the celebrity chef looking in her direction. The amateur detective can balance a new love interest and a murder case… can’t she? To clear her friend of the crime and find the real killer, Mei’s going to need every last ounce of her imagination… and just a pinch of luck. The Daydreamer Detective is the savory starter to the Miso Cozy series of cozy mystery novels. If you like twisty plots, delectable food descriptions, and rural Japanese towns, then you’ll love Steph Gennaro's culinary tale. Buy The Daydreamer Detective today to savor every last morsel of a delicious mystery! Additional Keywords: cozy mystery, cozy, mystery, J-drama, interracial, multicultural, romance, Japan, Tokyo, chef, culinary, farming, slow food, murder, failure, painting, family drama, female detective, detective, sleuth, amateur sleuth, Japanese, Japanese food, free mystery, free cozy mystery.

The Japanese Hot Pot Cookbook

Author : Martha Stone
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781514687079
Total Pages : 78 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (87 download)

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Download or read book The Japanese Hot Pot Cookbook written by Martha Stone and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-06-24 with total page 78 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This Japanese hot pot cookbook comprises of simple dishes which are easy to make at home. Most people have a notion that Japanese cooking is difficult as it uses multiple ingredients but in reality, it is simple and does not take much time to cook. Japanese hotpot recipes make a lot of use of vegetables and seafood, and their hot pot recipes mainly focus in broiling the main ingredient with multiple others and eating the food from the same pot. This cookbook focuses on Japanese cooking made simple. We picked out the best hotpot dishes for you that are simple to make and won't take much of your time. The ingredients used are easily found so you won't need to hunt them down. Healthy and delicious dishes are just at the tip of your fingers. Get ready to enjoy the authenticity of Japanese recipes in your very own kitchen.

Takashi's Noodles

Author : Takashi Yagihashi
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607742012
Total Pages : 457 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book Takashi's Noodles written by Takashi Yagihashi and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-06-22 with total page 457 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A collection of 75 recipes from James Beard Award-winning chef Takashi Yagihashi for both traditional and inventive hot and cold Japanese noodle dishes. Combining traditional Japanese influences, French technique, and more than 20 years of cooking in the Midwest, James Beard Award-winning chef Takashi Yagihashi introduces American home cooks to essential Japanese comfort food with his simple yet sophisticated recipes. Emphasizing quick-to-the-table shortcuts, the use of fresh and dried packaged noodles, and kid-friendly dishes, Takashi explains noodle nuances and explores each style's distinct regional identity. An expert guide, Takashi recalls his youth in Japan and takes cooks on a discovery tour of the rich bounty of Japanese noodles, so readily accessible today. Takashi's exuberance for noodles ranging from Aje-Men to Zaru is sure to inspire home cooks to dive into bowl after soothing, refreshing bowl. "A wonderfully talented chef." --Chef Eric Ripert "Noodle fans with a stocked pantry will find plenty to slurp about." --Publishers Weekly

The Japanese Grill

Author : Tadashi Ono
Publisher : Ten Speed Press
ISBN 13 : 1607740664
Total Pages : 194 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (77 download)

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Download or read book The Japanese Grill written by Tadashi Ono and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2011-04-26 with total page 194 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: American grilling, Japanese flavors. In this bold cookbook, chef Tadashi Ono of Matsuri and writer Harris Salat share a key insight: that live-fire cooking marries perfectly with mouthwatering Japanese ingredients like soy sauce and miso. Packed with fast-and-easy recipes, versatile marinades, and step-by-step techniques, The Japanese Grill will have you grilling amazing steaks, pork chops, salmon, tomatoes, and whole chicken, as well as traditional favorites like yakitori, yaki onigiri, and whole salt-packed fish. Whether you use charcoal or gas, or are a grilling novice or disciple, you will love dishes like Skirt Steak with Red Miso, Garlic–Soy Sauce Porterhouse, Crispy Chicken Wings, Yuzu Kosho Scallops, and Soy Sauce-and-Lemon Grilled Eggplant. Ono and Salat include menu suggestions for sophisticated entertaining in addition to quick-grilling choices for healthy weekday meals, plus a slew of delectable sides that pair well with anything off the fire. Grilling has been a centerpiece of Japanese cooking for centuries, and when you taste the incredible dishes in The Japanese Grill—both contemporary and authentic—you’ll become a believer, too.

Damn Delicious

Author : Rhee, Chungah
Publisher : Time Inc. Books
ISBN 13 : 0848751434
Total Pages : 240 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (487 download)

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Download or read book Damn Delicious written by Rhee, Chungah and published by Time Inc. Books. This book was released on 2016-09-06 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The debut cookbook by the creator of the wildly popular blog Damn Delicious proves that quick and easy doesn't have to mean boring.Blogger Chungah Rhee has attracted millions of devoted fans with recipes that are undeniable 'keepers'-each one so simple, so easy, and so flavor-packed, that you reach for them busy night after busy night. In Damn Delicious, she shares exclusive new recipes as well as her most beloved dishes, all designed to bring fun and excitement into everyday cooking. From five-ingredient Mini Deep Dish Pizzas to no-fuss Sheet Pan Steak & Veggies and 20-minute Spaghetti Carbonara, the recipes will help even the most inexperienced cooks spend less time in the kitchen and more time around the table.Packed with quickie breakfasts, 30-minute skillet sprints, and speedy takeout copycats, this cookbook is guaranteed to inspire readers to whip up fast, healthy, homemade meals that are truly 'damn delicious!'

Japanese Home Cooking

Author : Sonoko Sakai
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
ISBN 13 : 0834842483
Total Pages : 306 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (348 download)

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Download or read book Japanese Home Cooking written by Sonoko Sakai and published by Shambhala Publications. This book was released on 2019-11-19 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “A beautifully photographed . . . introduction to Japanese cuisine.” —New York Times “A treasure trove for . . . Japanese recipes.” —Epicurious “Heartfelt, poetic.” —San Francisco Chronicle “Expand a home chef’s borders” with this “essential guide to Japanese home cooking” featuring 100+ recipes—for seasoned cooks and beginners who crave authentic Japanese food (Martha Stewart Living). Using high-quality, seasonal ingredients in simple preparations, Sonoko Sakai offers recipes with a gentle voice and a passion for authentic Japanese cooking. Beginning with the pantry, the flavors of this cuisine are explored alongside fundamental recipes, such as dashi and pickles, and traditional techniques, like making noodles and properly cooking rice. Use these building blocks to cook an abundance of everyday recipes with dishes like Grilled Onigiri (rice balls) and Japanese Chicken Curry. From there, the book expands into an exploration of dishes organized by breakfast; vegetables and grains; meat; fish; noodles, dumplings, and savory pancakes; and sweets and beverages. With classic dishes like Kenchin-jiru (Hearty Vegetable Soup with Sobagaki Buckwheat Dumplings), Temaki Zushi (Sushi Hand Rolls), and Oden (Vegetable, Seafood, and Meat Hot Pot) to more inventive dishes like Mochi Waffles with Tatsuta (Fried Chicken) and Maple Yuzu Kosho, First Garden Soba Salad with Lemon-White Miso Vinaigrette, and Amazake (Fermented Rice Drink) Ice Pops with Pickled Cherry Blossoms this is a rich guide to Japanese home cooking. Featuring stunning photographs by Rick Poon, the book also includes stories of food purveyors in California and Japan. This is a generous and authoritative book that will appeal to home cooks of all levels.