Learn the building blocks of authenticJapanesehome cooking with 85 satisfying, soulful, everyday recipes from the beloved BuzzFeed Tasty food personality
"Rie's marvelous recipes taught me new things about familiar ingredients, and reconnected me with the wonderful Japanese home cooking that I have always loved."-Nobu Matsuhisa, chef and owner, Nobu Restaurant Group
Make ItJapanese reflectsRie McClennyjourney from her birthplace of Japan to the United States and how she learned to cook heartfelt recipes from scratch, often using only ingredients from her local supermarket.Throughout her culinary career, from home cook to star of BuzzFeed Tasty's "Make It Fancy" video series, she has drawninspiration from the nourishing food her mother cooked throughout her childhood and her extensive knowledge ofJapanesecuisine and ingredients that she brought to life in an American kitchen.
In her debut cookbook, Rie shares just how approachableJapanesehome cooking can be, no matter where you are. Shepresents a collection of comforting, homestyle recipes that use just a handful ofeasy-to-findJapaneseingredients, such as soy sauce, mirin, and sake, and simple, essential cooking techniques, like making rice bowls (donburi), frying the perfect home-style tempura, and gently simmering vegetables and proteins to delicious effect.
Each accompaniedby bright, beautiful photography,these delectablerecipes include-
. Traditional dishes with a twist- Loaded Vegetable Miso Soup with kale and sweet potatoes, Roasted Cauliflower Goma-ae coated in toasted sesame dressing, umami-packed Easy Soy Sauce Ramen, and Mini Okonomiyaki pancakes
. Can't-miss classics- delectable pork Tonkatsu, ginger-spiked Chicken-Tofu Tsukune, and Oyako Don, rice bowls topped with tender chicken thighs and egg
. Interactive, hands-on recipes for festive gatherings- Chicken Hot Pot with Ponzu perfect for a winter's night, can't stop Gyoza with Crispy Wings, and make-your-own hand rolls for a Temaki Party
. And of course, dessert- the iconic Simple Strawberry Shortcake, irresistible Matcha Snacking Cake, anddelightful Citrus Mochi Doughnuts
Whether making dinner on a busy weeknight or hosting a multi-course banquet, Make ItJapanese is the ideal resource and perfect introduction to the world ofJapanesecuisine, ingredients, and cooking techniques.
