Kenchinjiru is a Japanese plant-based soup made with vegetables and tofu. It’s a hearty, comforting, and healthy meal or side dish.
Category: Japanese
Easy Cabbage Pancakes (Vegan, Gluten-Free)
These vegan cabbage pancakes are made with just 3 main ingredients to yield a chewy yet crispy savory pancake. Gluten-free and so easy to make!
Natto Gohan (Natto and Rice) 納豆ご飯
Learn how to make natto gohan, a Japanese breakfast staple. Simply seasoned with soy sauce and green onions for a quick and easy meal!
Beginner’s Guide to Natto
Curious about natto? Learn about this traditional Japanese superfood – what it is, how it’s made, and how to eat it.
Easy Green Onion Sauce | 万能ねぎタレ
This green onion sauce is perfect for drizzling over tofu, natto, salads, or as a dipping sauce for gyoza or savory pancakes.
Vegan Pumpkin Melon Pan | ヴィーガンパンプキンメロンパン
This vegan pumpkin melon pan is a fun fall twist on Japanese melon pan! Soft, fluffy bread hugged by a lightly spiced pumkpin cookie crust.
Nasu Dengaku (Japanese Miso Eggplant) | なすの田楽
Soft, creamy eggplant baked in a sweet and savory miso sauce. This nasu dengaku is a classic Japanese side dish made with just 6 ingredients!
Broccoli Goma-ae | ブロッコリーの胡麻和え
Crispy steamed broccoli melds with nutty, savory sesame in this easy Japanese side. This broccoli goma-ae is a tasty way to make veggies exciting!
Sesame Miso Roasted Potatoes
Sweet, salty, nutty, and packed with umami, these sesame miso potatoes are a flavor explosion in every fluffy bite. Oven and air-fryer options!
Tataki Kyuri (Japanese Smashed Cucumbers) | たたききゅうり
Learn how to make this tasty Japanese side dish with fresh, crisp cucumbers. Deliciously crunchy, fun to make, and quick to prepare!