Yellowtail Teriyaki

Yellowtail Teriyaki, or Buri no Teriyaki, is a classic fish dish in Japan. Simple and

Salmon Kombu Roll

Flavorful salmon rolled up in kombu and tied with kanpyo (gourd strips), Salmon

Ozoni (Japanese New Year Mochi Soup) – Kanto Style

Ozoni (Japanese New Year Mochi Soup) is one of the popular Osechi Ryori dishes.

Ozoni (Japanese New Year Mochi Soup – Kansai Style)

Ozoni is a special miso-based soup enjoyed in the morning on New Year’s Day in

How To Enjoy Japanese Mochi

From sweet to savory, there are various types of mochi (Japanese rice cake) we

Double Stuffed Jalapeño Skins

I think many people don’t realize the true nutritional value of jalapeño peppers since

Cheesy Hummus Tempeh Pinwheels

The main trick to making perfect pinwheels is to roll tightly as the hummus will act

Noodle Bundles With Spicy Pineapple Sauce

These cute little noodle bundles are perfect appetizers for any party. You can tuck

Mini Rosti (Potato Cakes) With Zesty ‘Tofraiche’ Salad

These mini potato cakes are just lovely and so perfect with the zesty, creamy

Black Sesame Pretzel-Crusted Cheddar Cheeseball

This is part of our #5under5 recipe series, a collection of original plant-based

Fiesta Pepper Corn Soup

Vibrant fresh peppers are folded into a creamy and savory corn sauce with a hint of

Chunky Strawberry Basil Sauce

This is such a versatile strawberry basil sauce. It’s a fresh jam with wonderful

Eggnog Overnight Oats

This is a quick and festive vegan breakfast. This recipe is made with just a few

Mushroom, Black Bean and Barley Soup

This plant-based soup, which is almost like a stew, is made with mushrooms, black

Sweet and Nutty Oat Milk With Cinnamon Spice

Picture this: You’re about to wind down for the night, sipping on a warm and

Simple Kung Pao Tofu and Broccoli

 

Broccoli for better sleep? You bet! This common (in the best way) crucifer and the

Pumpkin Seed Poppers

 

These bite-size appetizers boast several ingredients that can support sleep,

Greens and Beans Soup

 

Soup is naturally soothing and calming, creating an atmosphere of relaxation before

Toasted Pistachio and Cherry Overnight Oats

 

What’s the next best thing to a good night’s sleep? Waking up feeling well and

Best Beverages to Sleep Better

Sleepytime drinks have been popular for a long time. From the Irish hot toddy to the

Raw Fruitcake

This raw vegan fruitcake is addictive! We used only whole food plant-based

Fruitcake Cookies

These fruitcake cookies are complete with brandy soaked cranberries, raisin,

Strawberry Cake with Oatmeal

This Vegan Strawberry Cake with Oatmeal is moist, fluffy, and full of real strawberry

Chilli Cheese Corn Toast

Looking for a quick snack? Give this Chilli Cheese Corn Toast a try! It's a delicious

Butternut Squash Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette

Steamed butternut squash is tossed with toasted cumin seeds, shallots and a

Chirashi Sushi Cake and Temari Sushi

Simple Chirashi sushi cake with shredded egg, boiled shrimp, and salmon sashimi.

Scallop Sushi

Tender and sweet Scallop Sushi! These butterflied scallops are placed on top of

Tuna Tataki

Pan seared sashimi grade tuna drizzled in a refreshing ginger ponzu sauce and

Shepherd’s Pie

 

Rosemary, oregano, and thyme combine nicely in rich and warming comfort foods

Warmly Spiced Chickpea Stew

 

This recipe offers an opportunity to see how a variety of spices, like curry, fennel,

Yummy Tabbouleh Salad

Parsley, parsley, and more parsley! Just when you think you’ve added plenty, you’ll

Herbed Cashew Cheese

 

The beauty of cashew cheese is its inherent versatility. Use whichever herbs you

Toasted Spice Blend

 

This easy-to-make blend is bursting with flavor from the variety of healthy seeds

Benefits & Uses of Popular Herbs and Spices

With the basics out of the way, let’s explore the wide world of herbs and spices.

Amazake

Creamy with a natural mild sweetness, Amazake or sweet sake is a popular

Sukiyaki

Cozy up at your get-together with friends and family with this homemade Japanese

Toshikoshi Soba

Cross over into the New Year with a Japanese tradition by eating a piping hot bowl

Kuri Kinton (Candied Chestnuts and Sweet Potatoes)

Kuri Kinton or Candied Chestnuts and Sweet Potatoes are a special Japanese New

Butter Soy Sauce Scallops

Pan-fried to perfection and seasoned with just soy sauce and butter, these Butter

Inari Sushi

Made of vinegared rice tucked inside little deep-fried tofu pockets, Inari sushi is

Green Bean and Mushroom Casserole

There's nothing like a dish of thick, creamy, and rich sauce hugging crunchy,

Fire-Roasted Tomato Basil Spaghetti Squash Bake

Inspired by a deep dish pizza, this tomato basil spaghetti squash bake spotlights

Festive Pomegranate Couscous Salad

This festive pomegranate couscous salad is as flavorful as it is colorful.

Cajun Breakfast Burrito

If you’re anything like me, you believe that burritos can (and should) be eaten for

Savory Pancake Stack With Pine Nut Cream

This recipe is something I kind of just made up as I went along. This is not

Toasted Pepita Breakfast Hash

This high protein, simple, and satisfying breakfast is one of my current faves.

Root Vegetable Hash With Avocado Creme

This is everything you would expect in a traditional hash. A mix of textures, savory

Citrusy Spruce Glazed Shortbread

This recipe was inspired by an incredibly lovely and vigorous Sitka Spruce tree that

Baba Yaga’s Wild Spice Honey Cookies

While ingredients for honey cakes and honey bread vary from country to country,

Grand Fir Dark Nougat

The process of making black nougat is similar to how caramel is made – which