Japanese staple food

There’s no wonder why Japanese is one of the most beloved cuisines in the world. Besides being responsible for sushi, Japanese cuisine also commands a deep understanding of umami — or deeply satisfying, savory flavor. What’s more, it’s a cuisine that’s full of simple, accessible recipes, going far beyond the expensive raw fish or days-long ramen recipes by which it can be commonly defined.

Learn how to make a popular Japanese rice ball, Tuna Mayo Onigiri! With only five simple ingredients, you can have them ready in under ten minutes! Tuna onigiri is perfect for a lunch box or a portable snack on the go!

Asian Cucumber Salad is made with rice vinegar, sesame, ginger, garlic and soy, cool and refreshing and pairs well with many things. It's vegan and gluten-free and is a nice addition to meals and bowls you are already making. Watch the video!

It may not look pretty, but natto (pictured above) is a culinary staple in eastern Japan. It's so popular, in fact, that many Japanese schoolchildren ...

Have you heard about Takoyaki? This Japanese snack is made of wheat flour in the shape of a ball with octopus inside is rather one of the famous Japanese food all over the world! Even outside Japan, this has been a comfort food for everyone that is becoming a staple of home party menus.

What is the Japanese diet and how can it help your gut health? A tradition Japanese diet consists of minimally processed, seasonal foods served in a variety of small dishes. Meals are usually made up of steamed rice, noodles, fish, tofu, natto, seaweed, and fresh, cooked, or pickled fruits and vegetables. Depending on the pickling process, some pickled foods are classified as fermented. There is growing evidence to suggest fermented foods are good for our gut health.