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My Favorite Japanese Macaroni Salad
For me, macaroni salad is a classic side dish often served alongside delicious Yōshoku dishes like Hamburg steak, kani (crab) cream croquette, and fried shrimp at a cozy little Yōshoku restaurant. Strangely, this was one of the few salads my mom didn’t make at home—but I loved it so much that I ended up creating my own version, one I truly enjoy every now and then. I hope you’ll enjoy it too! Ingredients serving for 3-4 people 1 cup(about 110g/3.88oz) Elbow Pasta 1000ml/4.23
Japanese Mom Makes
Aug 17, 20252 min read


How to Shishito
These popular Japanese chili peppers have been popping up more and more at local grocery stores here in the U.S.If you’ve seen them and wondered how to cook or enjoy them—this recipe is for you! Just air fry or pan fry—no fancy sauces needed.It’s simple, quick, and so good! Ingredients Shishito Peppers Soy Sauce Bonito flakes Oil if you want to pan-fry Instructions Wash and clean shishito peppers under cold water. Drain well and pat dry with a paper towel. Make a small slit i
Japanese Mom Makes
Aug 10, 20251 min read
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