At Chef JA Cooks, you’ll discover easy and healthy Japanese recipes, mostly vegetarian, that are simple to recreate at home. The dishes emphasize minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques.
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Chef JA Cooks
At Chef JA Cooks, you’ll discover easy and healthy Japanese recipes, mostly vegetarian, that are simple to recreate at home. The dishes emphasize minimal ingredients and straightforward techniques.
COOKBOOKS SUMMER! NEW! Hi there Reader -- I’ve been getting requests for more bento content, so this week I’m sharing some of my real-life bento ideas with you! Bento is such a big part of Japanese home cooking, and one of my favorite topics to share. In this post and video, you’ll get a peek at the actual bento I pack during the week, using leftovers and simple prep. I hope these ideas give you some fresh inspiration for your own bento-making! (Next, I'm planning an onigiri bento for both...
COOKBOOKS SUMMER! NEW! Hi there Reader -- I know many of you've trouble finding Japanese ingredients, so I've put together a post about Japanese Ingredient Substitutions to make things easier. Also, you can download the ingredient substitute chart here. Additionally, I published ingredient guides for soy sauce and mirin this week. These guides will help you get familiar with Japanese ingredients and start using them in your everyday cooking, even beyond Japanese recipes. And yes, more are on...
Hi there Reader -- This Week’s New Recipe: Lettuce! Lately, I’ve been focusing on one vegetable at a time—like tomatoes and cabbage. (Missed those emails? You can catch up here and here!) This week, it’s all about lettuce! What’s your favorite way to enjoy it? I love a simple salad with a light vinaigrette, but honestly, lettuce is so much more than just salad! I’m excited to share 5 easy recipes that highlight fresh lettuce in delicious ways—from soups to stir-fries. Let’s dive in! What’s...