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    Ginger Scallion Oil

    Ginger Scallion Oil

    Try adding a few drops of this oil to soups before serving for extra flavor. This condiment can also be used as the oil in salad dressings. Prep Time: 10 minutes Resting Time: 30 minutesMakes ½ cup (125 ml) ½ cup (125 ml) peanut oilOne ½-in (1.5-cm) length fresh...
    Chia Seed Togarashi

    Chia Seed Togarashi

    Be sure to use finely chopped dried ginger, not ground ginger powder, in this recipe. To grind the nori, use a clean coffee grinder. Prep Time: 5 minutesMakes ½ cup (125 ml) 2 tablespoons black chia seeds2 tablespoons toasted white sesame seeds1 teaspoon finely...
    Sesame Dressing

    Sesame Dressing

    If tahini is unavailable, substitute an equal amount of creamy peanut butter or almond butter. If using homemade Ponzu Sauce, note that it will need to be made a day in advance. Prep Time: 15 minutesMakes about ¾ cup (185 ml) ½ cup (125 ml) Ponzu Sauce (page 26)4...
    Vegetarian Dashi

    Vegetarian Dashi

    The leftover mushrooms and kombu kelp can be reused once to make a second batch of dashi. Keep the leftover pieces in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To prepare a second dashi with the leftovers, skip soaking the mushrooms and use fresh...
    Vegetarian Eel Sauce

    Vegetarian Eel Sauce

    Some brands of eel sauce, a sweetened soy-sauce–based condiment, contain the liquid from cooking sea eels. This vegetarian version is a flavorful substitute. If jaggery or palm sugar are unavailable, use light brown sugar. Cook Time: 30 minutes (plus time to make...