There’s nothing quite like learning to recreate your favourite meals at home, and one thing many Australians have in common is a strong affinity for Japanese cuisine.
No matter how audacious a chef you might be, many Japanese dishes can be replicated at home thanks to a list of distinctive ingredients we all know and love.
Those of us cooking Japanese food would benefit from the occasional addition of wasabi paste. Though wasabi is popular for its intense flavour and distinct spiciness, a small dose of S&B’s Wasabi Paste will work wonders in bringing an authentic kick to your meal.
Below, 10 popular Japanese recipes that incorporate wasabi paste and that are easy enough to make at home.
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Japanese pancakes (okonomiyaki)
Savoury cabbage pancakes are a national treasure in Japan thanks to their delicious versatility. Okonomi translates to ‘as you like’ and yaki to ‘grilled’, giving you ‘grilled as you like’ pancakes. These golden delights are made with squid and accompanied by wasabi and mayonnaise.
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Impress guests at your next party with these stellar skewers. Eggplant and chicken pieces are marinaded in Obento Yakitori Sauce and grilled on the barbecue or in a griddle pan. They’re then served up with a fresh cucumber and wasabi salad, and a sprinkling of toasted sesame seeds for crunch.
03
Usually served wrapped with nori seaweed, and filled with meat or vegetable fillings, rice balls are a lunchbox staple in Japan, and often sold in convenience stores as a fast and easy snack. This delicious take uses S&B Wasabi Paste for added kick!
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This comforting, veggie-packed stew is full of rich flavour! Made using thick, chewy Hakubaku Organic Udon Noodles, and topped with half a boiled egg and nanami togarashi (shichimi), it’s a quick and easy recipe that truly satisfies.
05
Vegetarian eggplant katsu curry on rice
The perfect alternative to the chicken katsu curry, this vegetarian dish features crispy, golden eggplant pieces and is made using S&B Golden Curry Sauce Mix for authentic Japanese flavour. Serve it up with pickled red daikon for added tang.
06
Curry yaki udon with vegetables
Vegetarian dishes needn’t be bland and this noodle dish proves it! Made with a medley of fresh veggies and diced fried tofu, and Hakubaku Organic Udon Noodles to soak up the incredible golden curry flavours, it makes a fast meal that tastes just as good when warmed up the next day.
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This Japanese rice bowl is topped with deep-fried, panko-coated pork pieces and a mild golden curry that features rich aroma of spices and herbs. Pork can be substituted for chicken, depending on your preference.
08
Dipping ramen with curry broth (curry tsukemen)
Traditional curry tsukemen consists of noodles which are eaten after being dipped in a separate bowl of soup or broth. Simple to whip up, this recipe is made with chicken and S&B Golden Curry cubes.
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You’ll love the sweet and savoury flavours of this rich beef curry, which features caramelised onion, potato and carrot.
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This Japanese beef curry recipe is a must for anyone who loves thick, satisfying comfort food. Serve it with rice or noodles, and a spicy wasabi paste, and you’re set.
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