What comes to your mind first when you hear ramen? If you cringe then probably you are thinking of the fried instant noodles high in sodium, no vegetables or protein. Those who have tasted the real deal know that it’s quite different from the economy instant packages that you ate as a college student. So, is Japanese ramen healthy? I …
What Does Takoyaki Taste Like?
All over the world, there are strange and amazing dishes. Some are cultural and can only be found in those places, while others are seen world-wide. Whatever takes your fancy, there is a dish for you out there. One such interesting dish is Takoyaki often called Octopus balls by some people. What does Takoyaki taste like? Takoyaki is a Japanese …
How Much Is Wagyu Beef? Read This First!
Wagyu beef is, without a doubt, a much sought-after delicacy, but it can be hard to find. This rare cut of meat is well worth the hassle to acquire though. Once you sink your teeth into this buttery and flavorful steak, you’ll wonder why you didn’t try it sooner, and you may even wish all beef was like this. But …
What is Kinki (Channel Rockfish)?
In the island nation of Japan, seafood is a natural staple in the local cuisine. However, some types of seafood are more beloved than others. To the Japanese, only the rarest, sweetest species of fish, such as kinki, can be considered delicacies. So what is kinki? The kinki, or channel rockfish, is a deep sea-dwelling fish in the Scorpaenidae family. …
How to Eat Udon? Read This First!
Japanese food is famous for its delicious variety of noodles. One of the most popular is the udon noodle, a wheat-based noodle that is about as thick as your pinky-finger. When cooked properly, udon has a satisfying chewiness that serves as the perfect base for flavorful broths and sauces. So how is udon eaten in Japan? Whether it’s served in …
Does Sencha Tea have Caffeine? Read This First!
In the interest of cutting back my caffeine intake, I’ve recently started drinking less coffee and more tea. Sencha tea is one of my favorites, and some of my friends told me it was a low-caffeine alternative. But I heard that all tea has caffeine, so I did a little research to find out the truth. Does sencha tea have …