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May 10, 2021

What Is Shiratamako and How Is It Used?

What Is Shiratamako? Shiratamako is glutinous rice flour, and sometimes called sweet rice flour in English.(This is the same translation as mochiko) So, both shiratamako and mochiko are made from glutinous rice. But, its manufacturing method is different. Mochiko is…

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May 7, 2021

The 6 Best Mochiko Substitutes

What Is Mochiko? Mochiko is a type of rice flour, and an indispensable powder for Japanese sweets. Because it’s made from glutinous rice, it creates a nice and chewy texture.Typical Japanese sweets using mochiko is gyuhi which is the main…

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May 6, 2021

What Is Mochiko and How Is It Used?

What Is Mochiko? Mochiko is glutinous rice flour, and sometimes called sweet rice flour in English. To make mochiko, glutinous rice is washed with water, drained, dried for a while, and then milled. Mochiko is also known as gyuhiko in…

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May 4, 2021

Are You Still Folding Gyoza Dumplings? – Best Easy Gyoza Recipe

When you are making gyoza dumplings (Japanese potstickers), aren’t you looking for the best way to wrap the dumplings neatly? Usually, you have to take a few steps to make beautiful dumplings: ・Spread filling・Moisten edges・Crimp one edge・Plump and reshape Even…

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May 1, 2021

How To Introduce Yourself – Business Japanese for Beginners #1

When you are speaking Japanese in a business, you will need a little different wording from daily conversation. So, I would like to give some tips here to those who want to practice proper business Japanese. Let’s start with this…

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April 29, 2021

Mochi vs Daifuku: What Are the Differences?

What Is Mochi? Mochi is made by pounding steamed rice using mortar and pestle. Nowadays, people often make mochi using mochi-making machine. Mochi is eaten with various types of toppings. For example, putting soy sauce, kinako (roasted soybean flour), and…

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April 28, 2021

Best Miso Teriyaki Chicken Recipe

Are you looking for teriyaki chicken recipe? I would like to introduce the best chicken teriyaki with new flavor, MISO! As you may know, miso paste is not only for a miso soup, but seriously delicious seasoning for grilled chicken….

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April 23, 2021

The 6 Best Shiso (Perilla) Substitutes

What Is Shiso and How Is It Used? Shiso is also called Japanese basil. As the name says, it has a very nice scent and gives accent to dishes. In Japan, shiso is often used as a condiment. As you…

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April 23, 2021

The 10 Best Ways To Use Ponzu Sauce

What Is Ponzu Sauce? Ponzu sauce is an amazing Japanese seasoning that you can enjoy the refreshing citrus flavor and umami taste of soy sauce at the same time. What Is Ponzu Sauce and How Is It Used? The 6…

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April 21, 2021

What Is Ponzu Sauce and How Is It Used?

What Is Ponzu Sauce? Ponzu sauce is Japanese seasoning made from citrus juice. Strictly speaking, the Japanese term “ponzu” refers to the seasoning that adjusts the taste and enhances storage stability by adding acetic acid to citrus juice. Citrus juice…

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