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🔪 Cutting & cooking tips

Heat levels (high, medium, low)

“High”, “medium” and “low” heat in recipes depend on how the flame touches the bottom of the pan.

Cut sides light brownAbout 8 minFlip at 4 min

👀 At a glance

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High

The flame touches the whole bottom of the pan, but doesn’t come up the sides

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Medium

The tips of the flame just touch the bottom. Used most often

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Low

A small flame that doesn’t reach the bottom of the pan

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Induction

Choose high, medium or low with the dial or buttons

💡 When to use which

  • High: browning quickly, boiling water
  • Medium: frying, stir-frying, simmering. When unsure, use medium
  • Low: slow simmering, when you don’t want it to burn
  • “Medium-low” is between medium and low

⚠️ Be careful

  • On high heat, stay by the stove
  • If the flame comes up the sides, handles and sleeves get hot or can catch fire. Turn it down
  • When using oil, turn off the heat right away if it starts to smoke

Recipes that use this

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Broccoli Goma-ae (Broccoli with Sesame Dressing)

Broccoli Goma-ae (Broccoli with Sesame Dressing)

About 10 minServes 2
Hiyashi Bukkake Udon (Cold Udon with Poured Sauce)

Hiyashi Bukkake Udon (Cold Udon with Poured Sauce)

About 25 minServes 2
Bulgogi (Korean Sweet Soy Beef)

Bulgogi (Korean Sweet Soy Beef)

About 30 minServes 2
Buri Daikon (Simmered Yellowtail and Daikon)

Buri Daikon (Simmered Yellowtail and Daikon)

About 1 hrServes 2–3
Buri Teriyaki (Yellowtail Teriyaki)

Buri Teriyaki (Yellowtail Teriyaki)

About 25 minServes 2
Buri Kama no Shioyaki (Salt-Grilled Yellowtail Collar)

Buri Kama no Shioyaki (Salt-Grilled Yellowtail Collar)

About 40 minServes 2
Buta Bara Daikon (Simmered Pork Belly and Daikon)

Buta Bara Daikon (Simmered Pork Belly and Daikon)

About 50 minServes 2–3
Buta Kimchi (Pork and Kimchi Stir-Fry)

Buta Kimchi (Pork and Kimchi Stir-Fry)

About 15 minServes 2
Buta no Misozuke Yaki (Miso-Marinated Pork)

Buta no Misozuke Yaki (Miso-Marinated Pork)

About 50 minServes 2
Buta Nira Itame (Pork and Garlic Chive Stir-Fry)

Buta Nira Itame (Pork and Garlic Chive Stir-Fry)

About 15 minServes 2
Buta no Shio Negi Itame (Pork Stir-Fry with Salty Green Onion Sauce)

Buta no Shio Negi Itame (Pork Stir-Fry with Salty Green Onion Sauce)

About 20 minServes 2
Butadon (Sweet-Salty Pork Rice Bowl)

Butadon (Sweet-Salty Pork Rice Bowl)

About 20 minServes 2
Butter Chicken Curry

Butter Chicken Curry

About 1 hrServes 3–4
Caesar Salad

Caesar Salad

About 25 minServes 2–3
Carbonara

Carbonara

About 20 minServes 2
Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry

Chicken and Cashew Stir-Fry

About 25 minServes 2
Chahan (Japanese Fried Rice)

Chahan (Japanese Fried Rice)

About 15 minServes 2
Chakin Zushi (Sushi Rice Wrapped in Thin Omelet)

Chakin Zushi (Sushi Rice Wrapped in Thin Omelet)

About 1 hr 30 minMakes 4 (serves 2)
Champon (Nagasaki Noodle Soup)

Champon (Nagasaki Noodle Soup)

About 30 minServes 2
Salmon Chan-Chan Yaki (Salmon and Vegetables with Miso Butter)

Salmon Chan-Chan Yaki (Salmon and Vegetables with Miso Butter)

About 35 minServes 2
Chanko Nabe (Chicken Meatball Hot Pot, Soy Sauce Broth)

Chanko Nabe (Chicken Meatball Hot Pot, Soy Sauce Broth)

About 40 minServes 3–4
Chawanmushi (Japanese Steamed Egg Custard)

Chawanmushi (Japanese Steamed Egg Custard)

About 35 minServes 3
Creamy Chicken Stew

Creamy Chicken Stew

About 35 minServes 2–3
Spice Chicken Curry

Spice Chicken Curry

About 1 hrServes 4
Chicken Katsu (Breaded Fried Chicken)

Chicken Katsu (Breaded Fried Chicken)

About 30 minServes 2
Chicken Nanban (with Tartar Sauce)

Chicken Nanban (with Tartar Sauce)

About 45 minServes 2
Chicken Rice (Ketchup Fried Rice)

Chicken Rice (Ketchup Fried Rice)

About 25 minServes 2
Crispy-Skin Chicken Saute

Crispy-Skin Chicken Saute

About 35 minServes 2
Chijimi (Korean Pancake)

Chijimi (Korean Pancake)

About 30 minMakes 2 (Serves 2–3)
Chikuwa and Green Pepper Kinpira

Chikuwa and Green Pepper Kinpira

About 10 minServes 2
Chikuzenni (Simmered Chicken and Root Vegetables)

Chikuzenni (Simmered Chicken and Root Vegetables)

About 50 minServes 3–4
Qingjiao Rousi (Pepper Steak Stir-Fry)

Qingjiao Rousi (Pepper Steak Stir-Fry)

About 25 minServes 2
Chirashi Sushi (Scattered Sushi Rice)

Chirashi Sushi (Scattered Sushi Rice)

About 1 hr 30 minServes 3–4
Chukadon (Chinese-Style Rice Bowl)

Chukadon (Chinese-Style Rice Bowl)

About 30 minServes 2
Clam Chowder

Clam Chowder

About 30 minServes 2–3
Corn Soup

Corn Soup

About 15 minServes 2–3
Cream Stew

Cream Stew

About 50 minServes 4
Japanese Home-Style Curry Rice

Japanese Home-Style Curry Rice

About 50 minServes 4
Curry Udon

Curry Udon

About 25 minServes 2
Custard Pudding (Steam-Baked)

Custard Pudding (Steam-Baked)

About 45 min + chill 3 hrMakes 4
Daigaku Imo (Candied Sweet Potatoes)

Daigaku Imo (Candied Sweet Potatoes)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Daikon Mochi (Radish Cakes)

Daikon Mochi (Radish Cakes)

About 30 minServes 2 (8 cakes about 6 cm across)
Soy Meat Soboro Rice Bowl (Two-Color, with Tofu Crumbles)

Soy Meat Soboro Rice Bowl (Two-Color, with Tofu Crumbles)

About 25 minServes 2
How to Make Katsuo and Kombu Dashi

How to Make Katsuo and Kombu Dashi

About 50 minMakes about 900 ml
Dashimaki Tamago (Rolled Omelet with Dashi)

Dashimaki Tamago (Rolled Omelet with Dashi)

About 15 minServes 2–3
Datemaki (Sweet Rolled Omelet, Frying Pan)

Datemaki (Sweet Rolled Omelet, Frying Pan)

About 1 hr 30 minServes 4–6
Dorayaki (Pancakes with Sweet Red Bean Filling)

Dorayaki (Pancakes with Sweet Red Bean Filling)

About 40 minMakes 4
Doria (Rice Gratin)

Doria (Rice Gratin)

About 35 minServes 2
Shrimp and Broccoli Salt Stir-Fry

Shrimp and Broccoli Salt Stir-Fry

About 20 minServes 2
Ebi Chili (Shrimp in Chili Sauce)

Ebi Chili (Shrimp in Chili Sauce)

About 25 minServes 2
Ebi Fry (Fried Shrimp)

Ebi Fry (Fried Shrimp)

About 40 minServes 2
Ebi no Umani (Sweet Simmered Shrimp)

Ebi no Umani (Sweet Simmered Shrimp)

About 30 minServes 4
Ebi Mayo (Shrimp with Mayo Sauce)

Ebi Mayo (Shrimp with Mayo Sauce)

About 30 minServes 2
How to Boil Edamame

How to Boil Edamame

About 15 minServes 2–3
Fried White Fish

Fried White Fish

About 35 minServes 2
Salmon and Mushrooms in Foil (Frying Pan)

Salmon and Mushrooms in Foil (Frying Pan)

About 25 minServes 2
French Toast

French Toast

About 30 minServes 2
Fu Champuru (Okinawan Stir-Fry with Wheat Gluten)

Fu Champuru (Okinawan Stir-Fry with Wheat Gluten)

About 25 minServes 2
Furofuki Daikon (Simmered Daikon with Miso Sauce)

Furofuki Daikon (Simmered Daikon with Miso Sauce)

About 1 hr 10 minServes 2
Futomaki (Thick Sushi Rolls)

Futomaki (Thick Sushi Rolls)

About 1 hr 30 minMakes 3 rolls (serves 3–4)
Simmered Ganmodoki (Fried Tofu Patties)

Simmered Ganmodoki (Fried Tofu Patties)

About 25 minServes 2
Gapao Rice (Thai Basil Chicken)

Gapao Rice (Thai Basil Chicken)

About 20 minServes 2
German Potatoes (Potatoes with Bacon and Onion)

German Potatoes (Potatoes with Bacon and Onion)

About 25 minServes 2–3
Fried Squid Legs (Ika Geso Karaage)

Fried Squid Legs (Ika Geso Karaage)

About 30 minServes 2
Burdock Salad

Burdock Salad

About 25 minServes 2–3
How to Cook Rice

How to Cook Rice

About 1 hrServes 2–3
Gomoku Mame (Simmered Soybeans and Vegetables)

Gomoku Mame (Simmered Soybeans and Vegetables)

About 45 minServes 4
Goya Champuru (Okinawan Bitter Melon Stir-Fry)

Goya Champuru (Okinawan Bitter Melon Stir-Fry)

About 30 minServes 2
Macaroni Gratin

Macaroni Gratin

About 40 minServes 2
Green Curry (Store-Bought Paste)

Green Curry (Store-Bought Paste)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Pan-Fried Gyoza (Dumplings)

Pan-Fried Gyoza (Dumplings)

About 50 minMakes 24 (serves 2–3)
Beef and Broccoli Oyster Sauce Rice Bowl

Beef and Broccoli Oyster Sauce Rice Bowl

About 20 minServes 2
Sweet and Salty Beef and Burdock Stir-Fry

Sweet and Salty Beef and Burdock Stir-Fry

About 25 minServes 2
Beef and Green Onion Stir-Fry with Salt Sauce

Beef and Green Onion Stir-Fry with Salt Sauce

About 15 minServes 2
Gyudon (Beef Bowl)

Gyudon (Beef Bowl)

About 20 minServes 2
Milk Kanten (Milk Jelly)

Milk Kanten (Milk Jelly)

About 20 min + 1 hr 30 min to chillMakes 8 pieces
Gyusuji Nikomi (Stewed Beef Tendon)

Gyusuji Nikomi (Stewed Beef Tendon)

About 2 hr 30 minServes 4
Hamburg Steak (Demi-Glace Style Sauce)

Hamburg Steak (Demi-Glace Style Sauce)

About 40 minServes 2
Happosai (Chinese Stir-Fry with Thick Sauce)

Happosai (Chinese Stir-Fry with Thick Sauce)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Harumaki (Spring Rolls)

Harumaki (Spring Rolls)

About 1 hrMakes 10 (serves 3–4)
Harusame Salad (Glass Noodle Salad)

Harusame Salad (Glass Noodle Salad)

About 20 minServes 2–3
Harusame Soup (Glass Noodle Soup)

Harusame Soup (Glass Noodle Soup)

About 15 minServes 2
Hayashi Rice (Store-Bought Roux)

Hayashi Rice (Store-Bought Roux)

About 40 minServes 4
Simmered Hijiki Seaweed

Simmered Hijiki Seaweed

About 35 minServes 2–3
Hiroshima-Style Okonomiyaki

Hiroshima-Style Okonomiyaki

About 50 minMakes 2 (serves 2)
Hiyajiru (Cold Miso Soup over Rice)

Hiyajiru (Cold Miso Soup over Rice)

About 30 minServes 2
Hiyashi Chuka (Cold Ramen Noodle Salad)

Hiyashi Chuka (Cold Ramen Noodle Salad)

About 30 minServes 2
Hiyashi Tanuki Soba (Cold Soba with Tempura Bits)

Hiyashi Tanuki Soba (Cold Soba with Tempura Bits)

About 30 minServes 2
Chickpea and Soybean Curry (No Curry Roux)

Chickpea and Soybean Curry (No Curry Roux)

About 35 minServes 2
Hoikoro (Twice-Cooked Pork with Cabbage)

Hoikoro (Twice-Cooked Pork with Cabbage)

About 20 minServes 2
How to Grill Hokke (Dried Atka Mackerel)

How to Grill Hokke (Dried Atka Mackerel)

About 20 minServes 2
Buttery Spinach and Bacon Stir-Fry

Buttery Spinach and Bacon Stir-Fry

About 15 minServes 2
Butter Soy Sauce Scallops

Butter Soy Sauce Scallops

About 10 minServes 2
Hotcakes (with Pancake Mix)

Hotcakes (with Pancake Mix)

About 25 minServes 2 (4 pancakes about 15 cm across)
Ika Daikon (Squid and Daikon Simmered)

Ika Daikon (Squid and Daikon Simmered)

About 50 minServes 2–3
Ika Fry (Breaded Fried Squid Rings)

Ika Fry (Breaded Fried Squid Rings)

About 30 minServes 2
Imoni (Yamagata-Style Taro and Beef Soup)

Imoni (Yamagata-Style Taro and Beef Soup)

About 50 minServes 4
Imo Yokan (Sweet Potato Jelly Bars)

Imo Yokan (Sweet Potato Jelly Bars)

About 1 hr 40 minMakes 8 pieces
Inari Sushi (Sushi Rice in Sweet Tofu Pouches)

Inari Sushi (Sushi Rice in Sweet Tofu Pouches)

About 1 hr 30 minMakes 10 (serves 2–3)
Ingen no Goma-ae (Green Beans with Sesame Dressing)

Ingen no Goma-ae (Green Beans with Sesame Dressing)

About 15 minServes 2
Iri Dofu (Scrambled Tofu with Vegetables)

Iri Dofu (Scrambled Tofu with Vegetables)

About 25 minServes 2–3
Ishikari Nabe (Salmon and Miso Hot Pot)

Ishikari Nabe (Salmon and Miso Hot Pot)

About 45 minServes 3–4
Chikuwa Isobe-age (Fried Fish Cake with Seaweed Batter)

Chikuwa Isobe-age (Fried Fish Cake with Seaweed Batter)

About 15 minServes 2
Iwashi Kabayaki (Sardines in Sweet Soy Glaze)

Iwashi Kabayaki (Sardines in Sweet Soy Glaze)

About 20 minServes 2
Iwashi Ume-ni (Sardines Simmered with Pickled Plum)

Iwashi Ume-ni (Sardines Simmered with Pickled Plum)

About 40 minServes 2
Potato and Onion Miso Soup

Potato and Onion Miso Soup

About 20 minServes 3
Jajangmyeon-Style Noodles (Zha Jiang Mian)

Jajangmyeon-Style Noodles (Zha Jiang Mian)

About 25 minServes 2
Japchae (Korean Glass Noodle Stir-Fry)

Japchae (Korean Glass Noodle Stir-Fry)

About 30 minServes 2
Kabocha no Nimono (Simmered Japanese Pumpkin)

Kabocha no Nimono (Simmered Japanese Pumpkin)

About 35 minServes 2–3
Kabocha Korokke (Pumpkin Croquettes)

Kabocha Korokke (Pumpkin Croquettes)

About 50 minServes 2–3
Kabu no Soboro Ankake (Turnips in Thick Chicken Sauce)

Kabu no Soboro Ankake (Turnips in Thick Chicken Sauce)

About 25 minServes 2
Butter Soy Sauce Swordfish

Butter Soy Sauce Swordfish

About 20 minServes 2
Kake Udon (Udon in Hot Broth)

Kake Udon (Udon in Hot Broth)

About 15 minServes 2
Kaki Fry (Breaded Fried Oysters)

Kaki Fry (Breaded Fried Oysters)

About 30 minServes 2
Vegetable Kakiage (Mixed Vegetable Tempura Fritters)

Vegetable Kakiage (Mixed Vegetable Tempura Fritters)

About 30 minServes 2
Kakitamajiru (Egg Drop Soup)

Kakitamajiru (Egg Drop Soup)

About 10 minServes 2
Buta no Kakuni (Braised Pork Belly)

Buta no Kakuni (Braised Pork Belly)

About 2 hrServes 3
Tori Nanban Soba (Soba with Chicken and Leek)

Tori Nanban Soba (Soba with Chicken and Leek)

About 25 minServes 2
Kani Cream Korokke (Creamy Crab Croquettes)

Kani Cream Korokke (Creamy Crab Croquettes)

About 1 hr 40 minServes 2–3
Tamagoyaki with Imitation Crab

Tamagoyaki with Imitation Crab

About 15 minServes 2
Kanitama (Crab Omelet with Sweet and Sour Sauce)

Kanitama (Crab Omelet with Sweet and Sour Sauce)

About 20 minServes 2
Kanpyo no Amani (Sweet Simmered Gourd Strips)

Kanpyo no Amani (Sweet Simmered Gourd Strips)

About 50 minEnough for about 4 thick sushi rolls
Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)

Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)

About 1 hrServes 2–3
Karei no Karaage (Crispy Fried Flounder)

Karei no Karaage (Crispy Fried Flounder)

About 30 minServes 2
Karei no Nitsuke (Simmered Flounder)

Karei no Nitsuke (Simmered Flounder)

About 25 minServes 2
Kasujiru (Sake Lees Soup with Salmon)

Kasujiru (Sake Lees Soup with Salmon)

About 35 minServes 3
Katsudon (Pork Cutlet Rice Bowl)

Katsudon (Pork Cutlet Rice Bowl)

About 20 minServes 2
Keema Curry

Keema Curry

About 25 minServes 2
Kenchinjiru (Vegetable and Tofu Soup)

Kenchinjiru (Vegetable and Tofu Soup)

About 35 minServes 3
Kimchi Hot Pot

Kimchi Hot Pot

About 30 minServes 2–3
Kinchaku-ni (Fried Tofu Pouches with Egg)

Kinchaku-ni (Fried Tofu Pouches with Egg)

About 30 minServes 2
Creamy Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Mushroom Pasta

About 25 minServes 2
Marinated Mushrooms

Marinated Mushrooms

About 50 minServes 2–3
Kinpira Gobo (Sweet Soy Burdock and Carrot)

Kinpira Gobo (Sweet Soy Burdock and Carrot)

About 25 minServes 2–3
Kiriboshi Daikon no Nimono (Simmered Dried Daikon)

Kiriboshi Daikon no Nimono (Simmered Dried Daikon)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Kitsune Udon (Udon with Sweet Fried Tofu)

Kitsune Udon (Udon with Sweet Fried Tofu)

About 30 minServes 2
Kobumaki (Kombu Rolls with Salmon)

Kobumaki (Kombu Rolls with Salmon)

About 2 hrServes 3–4
Komatsuna and Fried Tofu Nibitashi (Simmered Greens)

Komatsuna and Fried Tofu Nibitashi (Simmered Greens)

About 15 minServes 2
Potato Korokke (Japanese Croquettes)

Potato Korokke (Japanese Croquettes)

About 1 hrServes 2–3
Koya Dofu no Fukumeni (Simmered Freeze-Dried Tofu)

Koya Dofu no Fukumeni (Simmered Freeze-Dried Tofu)

About 40 minServes 2
Koya-dofu Karaage (Crispy Fried Freeze-Dried Tofu)

Koya-dofu Karaage (Crispy Fried Freeze-Dried Tofu)

About 25 minServes 2
Kuri Kinton (Sweet Potato and Chestnut Mash)

Kuri Kinton (Sweet Potato and Chestnut Mash)

About 40 minServes 4–6
Kuromame (Sweet Black Beans)

Kuromame (Sweet Black Beans)

About 1 day (soak overnight + simmer about 5 hr)Serves 6–8
Kushikatsu (Fried Skewers)

Kushikatsu (Fried Skewers)

About 40 minServes 2
Loco Moco

Loco Moco

About 40 minServes 2
Mapo Tofu

Mapo Tofu

About 25 minServes 2–3
Mapo Eggplant

Mapo Eggplant

About 25 minServes 2
Macaroni Salad

Macaroni Salad

About 25 minServes 2–3
Matcha Pudding

Matcha Pudding

About 20 min + chill 3 hrMakes 4
Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

Spaghetti with Meat Sauce

About 40 minServes 2
Menchi Katsu (Fried Ground Meat Cutlets)

Menchi Katsu (Fried Ground Meat Cutlets)

About 45 minServes 2
Mentaiko Pasta (Spicy Cod Roe Spaghetti)

Mentaiko Pasta (Spicy Cod Roe Spaghetti)

About 20 minServes 2
Mille-Feuille Hot Pot (Napa Cabbage and Pork Belly)

Mille-Feuille Hot Pot (Napa Cabbage and Pork Belly)

About 35 minServes 2–3
Minestrone

Minestrone

About 40 minServes 3–4
Miso Ramen

Miso Ramen

About 30 minServes 2
Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame

Miso Soup with Tofu and Wakame

About 15 minServes 2
Mitarashi Dango (Rice Dumplings in Sweet Soy Glaze)

Mitarashi Dango (Rice Dumplings in Sweet Soy Glaze)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Mizore Nabe (Grated Daikon Hot Pot)

Mizore Nabe (Grated Daikon Hot Pot)

About 35 minServes 2–3
Mizutaki (Japanese Chicken Hot Pot)

Mizutaki (Japanese Chicken Hot Pot)

About 50 minServes 3–4
Mizu Yokan (Chilled Red Bean Jelly)

Mizu Yokan (Chilled Red Bean Jelly)

About 2 hrMakes 8 pieces
Modan-yaki (Okonomiyaki with Noodles)

Modan-yaki (Okonomiyaki with Noodles)

About 45 minMakes 2 (serves 2)
Motsunabe (Beef Offal Hot Pot)

Motsunabe (Beef Offal Hot Pot)

About 35 minServes 2–3
Motsu Nikomi (Miso-Simmered Pork Offal, Pre-boiled)

Motsu Nikomi (Miso-Simmered Pork Offal, Pre-boiled)

About 1 hrServes 3–4
Bean Sprout Namul (Korean-style Salad)

Bean Sprout Namul (Korean-style Salad)

About 10 minServes 2
Mu Shu Pork (Wood Ear Mushroom and Egg Stir-fry)

Mu Shu Pork (Wood Ear Mushroom and Egg Stir-fry)

About 30 minServes 2
Nabeyaki Udon (Udon Cooked in a Clay Pot)

Nabeyaki Udon (Udon Cooked in a Clay Pot)

About 20 minServes 1
Nameko Mushroom and Tofu Miso Soup

Nameko Mushroom and Tofu Miso Soup

About 10 minServes 3
Nanakusa-gayu (Seven Herb Rice Porridge)

Nanakusa-gayu (Seven Herb Rice Porridge)

About 1 hr 10 minServes 2
Aji Nanbanzuke (Fried Horse Mackerel in Sweet Vinegar)

Aji Nanbanzuke (Fried Horse Mackerel in Sweet Vinegar)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Nanohana with Mustard Dressing (Karashi-ae)

Nanohana with Mustard Dressing (Karashi-ae)

About 15 minServes 2
Napolitan (Japanese Ketchup Spaghetti)

Napolitan (Japanese Ketchup Spaghetti)

About 25 minServes 2
Nasu no Agebitashi (Fried Eggplant in Dashi)

Nasu no Agebitashi (Fried Eggplant in Dashi)

About 25 minServes 2
Sweet and Salty Eggplant and Pork Stir-fry

Sweet and Salty Eggplant and Pork Stir-fry

About 20 minServes 2
Nasu Dengaku (Eggplant with Sweet Miso)

Nasu Dengaku (Eggplant with Sweet Miso)

About 25 minServes 2
Eggplant Miso Soup

Eggplant Miso Soup

About 15 minServes 3
Nasu no Nibitashi (Eggplant Simmered in Dashi)

Nasu no Nibitashi (Eggplant Simmered in Dashi)

About 40 minServes 2
Negiyaki (Green Onion Pancake)

Negiyaki (Green Onion Pancake)

About 30 minMakes 2 (serves 2)
Simmered Hamburg Steak

Simmered Hamburg Steak

About 50 minServes 2
Niku Udon (Udon with Sweet Simmered Beef)

Niku Udon (Udon with Sweet Simmered Beef)

About 20 minServes 2
Meatballs in Sweet and Sour Sauce

Meatballs in Sweet and Sour Sauce

About 35 minServes 2
Niku Dofu (Simmered Beef and Tofu)

Niku Dofu (Simmered Beef and Tofu)

About 30 minServes 2
Nikujaga (Japanese Meat and Potato Stew)

Nikujaga (Japanese Meat and Potato Stew)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Pork-Wrapped Vegetable Rolls

Pork-Wrapped Vegetable Rolls

About 25 minServes 2
Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)

Nikuman (Steamed Pork Buns)

About 1 hr 40 minMakes 6 (serves 3)
Glazed Carrots

Glazed Carrots

About 20 minServes 2
Nira Tama (Garlic Chive and Egg Stir-fry)

Nira Tama (Garlic Chive and Egg Stir-fry)

About 10 minServes 2
Nishime (Simmered Chicken and Root Vegetables)

Nishime (Simmered Chicken and Root Vegetables)

About 1 hr 10 minServes 4
Ajitsuke Tamago (Soy-Marinated Eggs)

Ajitsuke Tamago (Soy-Marinated Eggs)

About 20 min (marinate overnight)Makes 4
Nyumen (Hot Somen Noodle Soup)

Nyumen (Hot Somen Noodle Soup)

About 15 minServes 2
Salmon Ochazuke (Rice with Green Tea and Salmon)

Salmon Ochazuke (Rice with Green Tea and Salmon)

About 15 minServes 2
Oden (Japanese Hot Pot Stew)

Oden (Japanese Hot Pot Stew)

About 1 hr 45 minServes 3–4
Spinach Ohitashi (Spinach Soaked in Dashi)

Spinach Ohitashi (Spinach Soaked in Dashi)

About 15 minServes 2
Okayu (Rice Porridge in a Pot)

Okayu (Rice Porridge in a Pot)

About 1 hr 10 minServes 2
Okonomiyaki (Pork)

Okonomiyaki (Pork)

About 40 minServes 2
Okra with Bonito Flakes (Okaka-ae)

Okra with Bonito Flakes (Okaka-ae)

About 10 minServes 2
Omurice (Omelet Rice)

Omurice (Omelet Rice)

About 30 minServes 2
One-Pan Napolitan

One-Pan Napolitan

About 15 minServes 2
Onigirazu (Folded Rice Sandwich)

Onigirazu (Folded Rice Sandwich)

About 20 minMakes 2 (serves 2)
Onion Soup

Onion Soup

About 35 minServes 2–3
Onsen Tamago (Soft Hot-Spring Eggs, Pot Method)

Onsen Tamago (Soft Hot-Spring Eggs, Pot Method)

About 20 minMakes 2
Grilled Salmon Pressed Sushi (No Mold Needed)

Grilled Salmon Pressed Sushi (No Mold Needed)

About 1 hr 30 minServes 2 (6 pieces)
Clear Soup with Mitsuba and Fu

Clear Soup with Mitsuba and Fu

About 10 minServes 2
Oyakodon (Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

Oyakodon (Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

About 20 minServes 2
Ozoni (Kanto-Style Clear New Year's Soup)

Ozoni (Kanto-Style Clear New Year's Soup)

About 30 minServes 2
Peperoncino (Garlic and Chili Spaghetti)

Peperoncino (Garlic and Chili Spaghetti)

About 20 minServes 2
Chicken Breast Piccata

Chicken Breast Piccata

About 25 minServes 2
Stuffed Green Peppers

Stuffed Green Peppers

About 35 minServes 2–3 (8 pieces)
Stir-Fried Green Peppers with Bonito Flakes

Stir-Fried Green Peppers with Bonito Flakes

About 10 minServes 2
Plain Omelet

Plain Omelet

About 10 minServes 1
Pork Sauté

Pork Sauté

About 25 minServes 2
Potato Salad

Potato Salad

About 40 minServes 2–3
Pot-au-Feu (Vegetable and Sausage Stew)

Pot-au-Feu (Vegetable and Sausage Stew)

About 50 minServes 3–4
Pumpkin Potage (Creamy Kabocha Soup)

Pumpkin Potage (Creamy Kabocha Soup)

About 30 minServes 3
Cold Pork Shabu Salad (Hiyashabu)

Cold Pork Shabu Salad (Hiyashabu)

About 25 minServes 2
Fried Lotus Root Sandwiches

Fried Lotus Root Sandwiches

About 40 minServes 2
Kinpira Lotus Root (Sweet-Salty Stir-Fried Lotus Root)

Kinpira Lotus Root (Sweet-Salty Stir-Fried Lotus Root)

About 15 minServes 2
Cabbage Rolls in Consomme

Cabbage Rolls in Consomme

About 50 minServes 2
Mackerel Mirin-yaki (Sweet Soy-Glazed Mackerel)

Mackerel Mirin-yaki (Sweet Soy-Glazed Mackerel)

About 45 minServes 2
Saba Misoni (Mackerel Simmered in Miso)

Saba Misoni (Mackerel Simmered in Miso)

About 30 minServes 2
Shioyaki Mackerel (Salt-Grilled Mackerel)

Shioyaki Mackerel (Salt-Grilled Mackerel)

About 30 minServes 2
Saba Tatsuta-age (Fried Marinated Mackerel)

Saba Tatsuta-age (Fried Marinated Mackerel)

About 45 minServes 2
Canned Mackerel Tomato Pasta

Canned Mackerel Tomato Pasta

About 30 minServes 2
Salmon and Edamame Mixed Rice (Onigiri)

Salmon and Edamame Mixed Rice (Onigiri)

About 25 minServes 2 (4 rice balls)
Homemade Salmon Flakes

Homemade Salmon Flakes

About 25 minAn easy batch
Salmon and Ikura Rice Bowl

Salmon and Ikura Rice Bowl

About 25 minServes 2
Salmon Meunière

Salmon Meunière

About 25 minServes 2
Saikyo-yaki Salmon (Sweet Miso-Marinated Salmon)

Saikyo-yaki Salmon (Sweet Miso-Marinated Salmon)

About 20 minServes 2
Salt-Grilled Salmon (Frying Pan Method)

Salt-Grilled Salmon (Frying Pan Method)

About 20 minServes 2
Sanma Shioyaki (Salt-Grilled Pacific Saury, Frying Pan)

Sanma Shioyaki (Salt-Grilled Pacific Saury, Frying Pan)

About 25 minServes 2
Suanlatang (Hot and Sour Soup)

Suanlatang (Hot and Sour Soup)

About 20 minServes 2
Sara Udon (Using Pre-Fried Noodles)

Sara Udon (Using Pre-Fried Noodles)

About 25 minServes 2
Chinese-Style Rice Porridge with Chicken Tenderloin (From Cooked Rice)

Chinese-Style Rice Porridge with Chicken Tenderloin (From Cooked Rice)

About 20 minServes 2
Pan-Fried Chicken Tenders Rolled with Umeboshi and Shiso

Pan-Fried Chicken Tenders Rolled with Umeboshi and Shiso

About 25 minServes 2
Satoimo no Nikkorogashi (Glazed Simmered Taro)

Satoimo no Nikkorogashi (Glazed Simmered Taro)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Sweet Potato and Onion Miso Soup (Made with Kombu)

Sweet Potato and Onion Miso Soup (Made with Kombu)

About 30 minServes 2
Satsuma-jiru (Chicken and Vegetable Miso Soup)

Satsuma-jiru (Chicken and Vegetable Miso Soup)

About 35 minServes 4
Yuan-yaki Spanish Mackerel (Yuzu-Soy Marinated Sawara)

Yuan-yaki Spanish Mackerel (Yuzu-Soy Marinated Sawara)

About 50 minServes 2
Rice Cooker Sekihan (Red Bean Sticky Rice)

Rice Cooker Sekihan (Red Bean Sticky Rice)

About 2 hr 30 minServes 3–4
Pork Shabu-Shabu (Sesame Sauce and Ponzu)

Pork Shabu-Shabu (Sesame Sauce and Ponzu)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Beef Shigureni (Sweet Soy-Simmered Beef and Ginger)

Beef Shigureni (Sweet Soy-Simmered Beef and Ginger)

About 25 minServes 2–3
Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms

Stuffed Shiitake Mushrooms

About 25 minServes 2 (8 pieces)
Shio Yakisoba (Salt-Flavored Fried Noodles)

Shio Yakisoba (Salt-Flavored Fried Noodles)

About 15 minServes 2
Shiraae (Spinach and Carrot with Tofu Dressing)

Shiraae (Spinach and Carrot with Tofu Dressing)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Shirataki Japchae (Konjac Noodle Stir-Fry)

Shirataki Japchae (Konjac Noodle Stir-Fry)

About 20 minServes 2
Shiratama Dango (Sweet Rice Dumplings)

Shiratama Dango (Sweet Rice Dumplings)

About 20 minServes 2–3
Ninjin Shirishiri (Okinawan Carrot and Egg Stir-Fry)

Ninjin Shirishiri (Okinawan Carrot and Egg Stir-Fry)

About 15 minServes 2
How to Cook Shishamo (Frying Pan)

How to Cook Shishamo (Frying Pan)

About 15 minServes 2
Shishito Yakibitashi (Grilled Shishito Peppers in Broth)

Shishito Yakibitashi (Grilled Shishito Peppers in Broth)

About 30 minServes 2
Buta no Shogayaki (Ginger Pork)

Buta no Shogayaki (Ginger Pork)

About 20 minServes 2
Shoyu Ramen (Fresh Noodles, Soup from Scratch)

Shoyu Ramen (Fresh Noodles, Soup from Scratch)

About 1 hr 10 minServes 2
Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)

Shumai (Steamed Pork Dumplings)

About 45 minMakes 20 (serves 2–3)
Tori Soboro Don (Two-Color Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

Tori Soboro Don (Two-Color Chicken and Egg Rice Bowl)

About 25 minServes 2
Somen noodles

Somen noodles

About 15 minServes 2
Spam Musubi

Spam Musubi

About 25 minMakes 8 (serves 3–4)
Beef Steak at Home

Beef Steak at Home

About 30 minServes 2
Subuta (Sweet and Sour Pork)

Subuta (Sweet and Sour Pork)

About 35 minServes 2
Sui Gyoza (Boiled Dumplings)

Sui Gyoza (Boiled Dumplings)

About 50 minMakes 24 (serves 2–3)
Sukiyaki

Sukiyaki

About 40 minServes 2–3
Kansai-Style Sukiyaki

Kansai-Style Sukiyaki

About 35 minServes 2–3
Sundubu Jjigae (Korean Soft Tofu Stew)

Sundubu Jjigae (Korean Soft Tofu Stew)

About 20 minServes 2
Sweet Potato Cakes (Japanese Sweet Potato)

Sweet Potato Cakes (Japanese Sweet Potato)

About 50 minMakes 6
Taco Rice

Taco Rice

About 25 minServes 2
Takenoko no Tosani (Bamboo Shoots Simmered with Bonito Flakes)

Takenoko no Tosani (Bamboo Shoots Simmered with Bonito Flakes)

About 20 minServes 2
Tako no Karaage (Fried Octopus)

Tako no Karaage (Fried Octopus)

About 25 minServes 2
Octopus Sausages

Octopus Sausages

About 10 minFor 2 bentos
Egg Sandwich

Egg Sandwich

About 30 minServes 2 (2 sandwiches, 8 pieces)
Chinese Egg Drop Soup

Chinese Egg Drop Soup

About 10 minServes 2
Tamago Don (Egg Rice Bowl)

Tamago Don (Egg Rice Bowl)

About 20 minServes 2
Sweet Tamagoyaki (Sweet Rolled Omelet)

Sweet Tamagoyaki (Sweet Rolled Omelet)

About 15 minServes 2
Tantanmen (Sesame Chili Ramen)

Tantanmen (Sesame Chili Ramen)

About 30 minServes 2
Tanuki Udon (Udon with Tempura Bits)

Tanuki Udon (Udon with Tempura Bits)

About 15 minServes 2
Tara no Amazu Ankake (Cod with Sweet and Sour Sauce)

Tara no Amazu Ankake (Cod with Sweet and Sour Sauce)

About 30 minServes 2
Tara Chiri (Cod Hot Pot)

Tara Chiri (Cod Hot Pot)

About 50 minServes 2–3
Tataki Gobo (Pounded Burdock with Sesame)

Tataki Gobo (Pounded Burdock with Sesame)

About 25 minServes 4
Tori no Tatsuta-age (Japanese Fried Chicken)

Tori no Tatsuta-age (Japanese Fried Chicken)

About 40 minServes 2
Tazukuri (Candied Baby Sardines)

Tazukuri (Candied Baby Sardines)

About 20 minServes 4–6
Tebamoto no Sappari-ni (Chicken Drumettes Simmered in Vinegar and Soy Sauce)

Tebamoto no Sappari-ni (Chicken Drumettes Simmered in Vinegar and Soy Sauce)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Tebasaki no Amakara Age-yaki (Sweet and Salty Crispy Chicken Wings)

Tebasaki no Amakara Age-yaki (Sweet and Salty Crispy Chicken Wings)

About 30 minServes 2
Temaki Sushi (Hand-Rolled Sushi)

Temaki Sushi (Hand-Rolled Sushi)

About 1 hr 15 minServes 4
Temari Sushi (Sushi Balls)

Temari Sushi (Sushi Balls)

About 1 hr 20 minMakes 10 (serves 2)
Tendon (Tempura Rice Bowl)

Tendon (Tempura Rice Bowl)

About 50 minServes 2
Vegetable and Shrimp Tempura

Vegetable and Shrimp Tempura

About 50 minServes 2–3
Tenshinhan (Crab Omelet Rice)

Tenshinhan (Crab Omelet Rice)

About 20 minServes 2
Teriyaki Chicken

Teriyaki Chicken

About 25 minServes 2
Tofu Hamburg Steak with Mushroom Sauce

Tofu Hamburg Steak with Mushroom Sauce

About 35 minServes 2
Tofu Steak

Tofu Steak

About 25 minServes 2
Tomato Hot Pot

Tomato Hot Pot

About 35 minServes 2–3
Chinese-Style Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry

Chinese-Style Tomato and Egg Stir-Fry

About 15 minServes 2
Tonjiru (Pork Miso Soup)

Tonjiru (Pork Miso Soup)

About 40 minServes 4
Tonkatsu (pork cutlets)

Tonkatsu (pork cutlets)

About 40 minServes 2
Tonpeiyaki (Pork and Cabbage Omelet)

Tonpeiyaki (Pork and Cabbage Omelet)

About 20 minServes 2
Soy Milk Hot Pot

Soy Milk Hot Pot

About 30 minServes 2–3
Simmered Chicken and Daikon

Simmered Chicken and Daikon

About 50 minServes 2–3
Chicken and Eggplant Miso Stir-Fry

Chicken and Eggplant Miso Stir-Fry

About 25 minServes 2
Salt-Grilled Chicken Thigh (Crispy Skin)

Salt-Grilled Chicken Thigh (Crispy Skin)

About 30 minServes 2
Chicken Simmered in Tomato

Chicken Simmered in Tomato

About 40 minServes 2–3
Chicken Breast Ham (Cooked in a Pot)

Chicken Breast Ham (Cooked in a Pot)

About 1 hr 30 minServes 2–3
Torijaga (Simmered Chicken and Potatoes)

Torijaga (Simmered Chicken and Potatoes)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Chicken Breast and Broccoli Penne (Garlic Soy Butter)

Chicken Breast and Broccoli Penne (Garlic Soy Butter)

About 30 minServes 2
Hearty Chicken Breast Soup (Chinese-Style)

Hearty Chicken Breast Soup (Chinese-Style)

About 25 minServes 2
Steamed Chicken Breast with Leek-Salt Lemon Sauce

Steamed Chicken Breast with Leek-Salt Lemon Sauce

About 20 minServes 2
Chicken Breast Teriyaki Rice Bowl

Chicken Breast Teriyaki Rice Bowl

About 20 minServes 2
Toriten (Oita-Style Chicken Tempura)

Toriten (Oita-Style Chicken Tempura)

About 40 minServes 2
Tororo Soba (Soba with Grated Yam)

Tororo Soba (Soba with Grated Yam)

About 30 minServes 2
Tsukimi Soba (Soba with Egg)

Tsukimi Soba (Soba with Egg)

About 20 minServes 2
Tsukune (Chicken Meatballs)

Tsukune (Chicken Meatballs)

About 30 minServes 2
Iwashi Tsumire Soup (Sardine Ball Miso Soup)

Iwashi Tsumire Soup (Sardine Ball Miso Soup)

About 40 minServes 2–3
Tuna and Tomato Pasta

Tuna and Tomato Pasta

About 25 minServes 2
Unadon (Store-Bought Kabayaki)

Unadon (Store-Bought Kabayaki)

About 15 minServes 2
Unohana (Simmered Okara)

Unohana (Simmered Okara)

About 30 minServes 3–4
Vegan Mapo Tofu (Soy Meat and Shiitake)

Vegan Mapo Tofu (Soy Meat and Shiitake)

About 30 minServes 2
Japanese-Style Mushroom Pasta

Japanese-Style Mushroom Pasta

About 20 minServes 2
Wakame Soup

Wakame Soup

About 10 minServes 2
Warabi Mochi (Jiggly Mochi with Kinako)

Warabi Mochi (Jiggly Mochi with Kinako)

About 30 minServes 2–3
Wonton Soup

Wonton Soup

About 30 minServes 2 (20 wontons)
Yaki Bifun (Fried Rice Noodles)

Yaki Bifun (Fried Rice Noodles)

About 25 minServes 2
Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Balls)

Yaki Onigiri (Grilled Rice Balls)

About 25 minMakes 4 (serves 2)
Yaki Udon (Stir-Fried Udon)

Yaki Udon (Stir-Fried Udon)

About 20 minServes 2
Pan-Fried Yakitori (Tare Sauce)

Pan-Fried Yakitori (Tare Sauce)

About 30 minServes 2
Yosenabe (Japanese Hot Pot)

Yosenabe (Japanese Hot Pot)

About 40 minServes 3–4
How to Boil Eggs (Hard-Boiled and Soft-Boiled)

How to Boil Eggs (Hard-Boiled and Soft-Boiled)

About 20 minFor 2–4 eggs
Yudofu (Simmered Tofu)

Yudofu (Simmered Tofu)

About 40 minServes 2
Yurinchi (Fried Chicken with Leek Sauce)

Yurinchi (Fried Chicken with Leek Sauce)

About 35 minServes 2
Zaru Soba (Cold Soba Noodles)

Zaru Soba (Cold Soba Noodles)

About 25 minServes 2
Zenzai (Sweet Red Bean Soup with Shiratama)

Zenzai (Sweet Red Bean Soup with Shiratama)

About 30 minServes 4
Tamago Zosui (Egg Rice Soup)

Tamago Zosui (Egg Rice Soup)

About 15 minServes 2