If you are a fan of Japanese food and a lover of sushi, you probably know what wasabi is. It's that green, spicy condiment. But what a lot of people don't realize is that the…
Jun 09, 2012
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With over 5000 types of crab on our oceans, around 1/5 are found in and around Japanese waters. Despite these numbers, only a handful are used in Japanese food.
Swimming Crab
The…
Jun 08, 2012
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Octopus, or "Tako" as it's known in Japanese, is a special ingredient in Japanese food culture. There are over 250 different species of octopus in the world with roughly 60 caught in and around…
May 18, 2012
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One of the most popular dishes in Japan, Japanese curry "Kareraisu", is a delicacy that is not only enjoyed by the Japanese but also around the world.…
May 16, 2012
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The island nation of Japan consumes more seaweed (both in quantity and variety) than anyone else.
When it comes to Japanese food, there are 3 main types of seaweed products:
1. Dry…
May 11, 2012
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The caterpillar roll, which is often referred to as a dragon roll, is an enticing popular sushi roll. It is characterized by intricate layers of thinly sliced avocado…
May 09, 2012
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As the population of the world grows so does the burden on the world's food supply. Not only has global warming wreaked havoc on food supplies but the excessive demand for certain foods has also…
May 09, 2012
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Scenario: Let’s say you’re super hungry, on a super tight budget, and absolutely love sushi.
Question: What are you going to do…