Age to kinsai no gohan / steamed rice with thin deep-fried tofu and Chinese celery

Thin deep-fried tofu makes everything deep, warm and soft. Kinsai gives a contrasting fresh note, resulting in a gentle savory rice with a clear punch.

Kani no karee-itame / poo pad pong karee / crab curry saute

A very flavorful Thai dish that reflects Chinese and Indian influences. It used to be one of my favorite dishes in Bangkok.

Sakana no karashiage to kinsai, mizuna, radisshu no aemono / karashi mustard-flavored deep-fried fish and Chinese celery, mizuna and radish

Deep-fried fish marinated in karashi mustard is tasty on its own, as is Chinese celery, mizuna and radish with bonito flakes and a tiny bit of soy sauce. When combined, you have a satisfying yet refreshing fish & vegetable dish!

Tentojidon / tempura simmered in broth and egg on rice

Leftover tempura is transformed into a hearty donburi dish. Tempura is quickly cooked in broth or tentsuyu, and adding egg gives it a mild flavor. I almost like this better than regular tendon.

Gyoza no pirikara-nabe / mildly spicy hot pot with jiaozi dumplings and kimchi

Shuijiao dumplings taste great when they're hot. Then why not add them to hot pot? And by adding kimchi and salted baby shrimp to chicken stock-kombu kelp broth, the hot pot is similar to Korean jjigae stew. Filling and satisfying yet gentle and light, thanks to all the vegetables cooked together.

Hotate no mazegohan / steamed rice mixed with scallops

Scallops lightly flavored with teriyaki sauce are mixed into steamed rice cooked with dashi. Finely sliced kinsai Chinese celery adds a refreshing note.

Kaki no karaage sarada / deep-fried oyster salad

Rich and creamy oysters with fresh greens.

Yukimi-nabe / hot pot with tofu and grated daikon radish

Grated daikon radish turns to falling snow... that's the idea behind the name. A great nabe hot pot dish when your stomach feels a bit tired of heavy, rich food.

Chapuche / japchae stir-fried vermicelli and vegetables

A tasty companion of assorted vegetables. Great for parties and potluck, too.

Unagi no mushizushi / steamed sushi with grilled eel

The perfect comfort food. Steamed sushi warms your hands, too.