Author: Hiro Ren

Hot Tofu Yudofu Recipe

I love how nourishing Hot Tofu Yudofu is, especially with its star ingredient, silken tofu. The combination of kombu dashi and soy sauce makes a rich

Clam Soup Recipe

The aroma of fresh clam soup really comforts me. The way it simmers on the stove, nursed by the 2 pounds of fresh clams, the generous amounts of garli

Pickled Daikon Recipe

I adore making dishes that burst with flavor, and pickled daikon is one of my all-time favorites. This condiment, which is traditional in many Asian c

Inari Age Recipe

I enjoy making uncomplicated, yet delightful, dishes, and Inari Age is one of my top picks. It uses gentle aburaage pouches that are simmered in dashi

Yuzu Ice Cream Recipe

I am passionate about developing recipes that focus on singular, unique flavor profiles, and my Yuzu Ice Cream is an excellent example of that. Creamy

Nikujaga Recipe

Nikujaga is a simple Japanese comfort food made with thinly sliced beef, potatoes, and onions. My recipe, which I have been perfecting over the years,

Cold Tanuki Udon Recipe

Chilled Tanuki Udon is a delightful, refreshing dish that I love to prepare on hot days. The textured, chewy 200 g of dried udon noodles pair wonderfu

Ramen Egg Recipe

I adore making the ideal ramen egg. My closely guarded secret is to soak 4 large eggs in a rich mixture of soy sauce, mirin, and water, using equal pa

Unagi Don Unadon Recipe

One of my favorite Japanese dishes to recreate is Unagi Don, or Unadon, which features succulent grilled eel fillets served atop a bed of perfectly st