Teriyaki Chicken
Chicken thighs are sautéed until golden and quickly glazed in a homemade teriyaki sauce, then sliced and served over shredded cabbage.
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Japanese Pork Meatballs (Niku-dango) with Two Sauces
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Japanese Chicken Rice (Ketchup Chicken Fried Rice)
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Sushi Rolls (Norimaki)
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Salmon Hot Pot (Ishikari Nabe)
Tender salmon and vegetables in a warm miso broth, either cooked on the stove or at the table for an interactive meal.
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Simmered Daikon (Daikon Fukumeni)
Tender daikon radish slices cooked in a savory soy broth until they absorb all the flavors, perfect served after an overnight chill.
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