Recipe

Temari Sushi is a ball of sushi rice decorated with colorful toppings. “Temari” in Japanese literally means “hand ball” and it is a traditional Japanese embroidered ball. This dish is often eaten on Girl’s day, a Japanese cultural event, but also served at parties to enjoy the presentation and the deliciousness.

Omurice is a western-style Japanese dish consisting of an egg omelet and ketchup flavored fried rice. The rice is cooked with flavorful and colorful vegetables and seasoned with a tasty sauce. The eggs are soft and fluffy, wrapping the rice. It’s a warm and comforting dish popular among children to adults alike.

One of the world-popular Japanese dishes, Katsudon, is made with Tonkatsu - pork cutlet, eggs and soy sauce and Dashi broth based savory sauce over a bowl of freshly cooked rice. Crispy Katsu, soft and half-runny eggs, and the delicious sauce are perfect combination for a satisfying meal. 

Inari Sushi is a traditional Japanese dish that consists of vinegared rice stuffed into seasoned Aburaage, deep-fried thin Tofu pouches. It’s a popular dish for bento box items, or making it for Japanese cultural festivals. This sweet and savory dish is simple to make at home.

Takikomi Gohan is a Japanese mixed rice dish with a variety of ingredients. This salmon and mushrooms mixed rice is packed with protein and umami-rich mushrooms, making it perfect for a simple meal. 

Ohagi (Botamochi) is made with half-pounded glutinous rice and coated with sweet red bean paste. It's a tradition to eat during Ohigan (Buddhist holidays) in both spring and fall. This recipe offers an easy process using Kiri-mochi (packaged cut rice cake) added to regular white rice.

If you are looking for a party appetizer, how about this Crispy Rice dish? The crunchy deep fried rice and the spicy kick of the salmon tartare match beautifully in one bite. 

Chirashi Sushi is often made for special occasions in Japan, such as Hinamatsuri (Girl's Day) or birthdays. It consists of sushi rice covered with cooked vegetables, egg crepes, and Sashimi fish toppings. This beautiful and colorful rice dish is perfect for parties.

Tuna and corn are a classic combination in rice dishes, offering a balance of savory and sweet flavors. This easy-to-make Tuna Corn Rice recipe uses brown rice for added nutrition but works well with white rice as a substitute. It's a family-friendly dish that can be prepared with minimal effort, making it perfect for busy weeknights. 

Satsumaimo, the beloved Japanese sweet potato, arrives in the fall and brings with it a sweet, buttery, almost creamy flavor when cooked. Paired with rice, it transforms into a fluffy, naturally sweet autumn dish. A sprinkle of black sesame seeds adds a delightful roasted, nutty flavor, enhancing the seasonal experience. 

This delightful rice dish is made by cooking carrot mixed rice, then combining stir-fried meat and vegetables in curry flavor. Making carrot rice brings some sweetness to the dish, which blends well with the spicy kick of the curry powder. 

Ketchup flavored rice with melting cheese, coated in a golden panko crust, Rice Croquettes make for the perfect snack or appetizer. Bring out your leftover rice, let’s make this delicious fusion of rice dish.