Tamago no moto / egg yolk emulsion

This simple mixture of egg yolk and oil is often used to give fluffy texture and impart subtle richness. It also works as a moder…

Karashi mayoneezu doresshingu / mustard mayonnaise dressing

An easy dressing for a small salad. Loosening mayonnaise with dashi while adding aromatic soy sauce is my favorite basic dressing…

Shisozu / perilla-infused vinegar

This bright red purple vinegar also takes on the refreshing aroma of akajiso purple perilla leaves. It imparts a soft pink color …

Somen no tonyu tsuketsuyu / soy milk dipping sauce for thin wheat noodles

This mild and rich soy milk-based dipping sauce is quite filling. Pair it with somen or hiyamugi noodles or thin udon noodles a…

Kyuri to benibana no sunomono / Japanese cucumber and safflower in sweetened rice vinegar

A typical cucumber dish comes to life with the addition of bright safflower petals. <Ingredients> 1 kyuri Japanese cucumber…

Nasu no karashiae / instant eggplant pickles with karashi mustard

A quick pickle with fresh eggplant and pungent karashi . <Ingredients> 2 Japanese eggplant or 1 Chinese eggplant (130 g in …