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Wellness & Recipes: Japanese Roots










Matcha Tofu Cake with Black Tahini Sauce
This has long been my favorite. If you enjoy matcha (green tea) flavor, tofu, and black sesame seeds, you will appreciate this tofu cake....


Spring Vegetables and Tofu Pad Thai
I enjoy Pad Thai from Thai restaurants and have experimented with various ingredients at home. This plant-based Pad Thai with tofu is one...


Immune-Boosting Green Miso Soup with Wakame
Looking for a quick and nourishing miso soup? This recipe skips the dashi stock by sautéing the veggies to create a rich and salty base....


Exploring the Depths of Flavors in Japanese Fusion Vegan Miso Soup
When I lived in Japan, miso was part of my daily life — miso soup in the morning, miso-marinated dishes for dinner, and even miso-based...


Skillet Chicken & Mushrooms with Green Scallion Sauce
During the early days of the pandemic, when cooking became a daily act of care and grounding, I was gifted two beautiful bottles of Nuvo...


Hamantaschens with white poppy seed filling
Last year, I got my hands on some white poppy seeds in Japan. My friends had shown me how to make hamantaschens with black poppy seed...


Sautéed Tempeh & Mushrooms with Scallion Sauce
This recipe is a flavorful, plant-based dish rich in protein and tradition. When I want a satisfying plant-based meal, I often turn to...


Matcha x Black Sesame Mousse Bars
This no-bake dessert, inspired by Japanese flavors, combines the nutty richness of black sesame with the creamy essence of matcha,...


Vegan Miso Lentil Stew with Lemon & Burdock Root
This nourishing vegan stew is one of my go-to dishes. It’s inspired by the comforting flavors of Japanese miso soup and the bright,...


Japanese-Style Non-Spicy Mapo Tofu
Looking for a cozy, comforting dinner without the heat? This non-spicy Japanese-style Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐) is a gentle take on the classic...
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