East Asian
How to Make the Perfect Bowl of Sushi Rice at Home
Follow our step-by-step guide and never eat mushy rice again.
Cooked Semi-Polished Rice (Haiga Mai)
Haiga mai has become a middle-of-the-road alternative for many health-conscious Japanese households. The appearance and taste is close to that of fully polished rice, but haiga, the nutrient-rich germ, is left intact (though the hull has been removed).
How to Make Fried Rice in 30 Minutes or Less
Follow these tips and you can make a batch of fried rice in about 22 minutes.
Turn Leftover Rice Into Dinner Without a Recipe
If you have cooked rice—any kind or color—in your fridge, you can fry up a totally satisfying dinner in a matter of minutes.
28 Fast Dinners From Our Food Editor's Kitchen
Well-rounded, super-fast dinners that come together in about the time it takes to speed through a TV show on Netflix.
An Incomplete Guide to Curry Powder
Some of our favorite varieties to make or shop for, plus how to how to store your go-to blends.
9 Ways to Make—and Cook With—Kimchi
The spicy Korean condiment goes way beyond cabbage.
The Best Grocery Store in America Is Shun Fat Supermarket
The shameless name is just the start of the surprises you'll find at this pan-Asian grocery store chain.
Easy Fried Rice With Chicken and Broccolini
Fried rice is one of the fastest, easiest meals you can make, and a great way to use up leftovers.
5 New Globally Inspired Weeknight Dinners
Make like a jet-setter without packing your bags—these fast and easy recipes will take your tastebuds around the world and back.
The Real Reason Bacon and Eggs Work Together? Umami!
How does 1+1 = 8? When the savory, deliciousness of umami is concerned anything can happen.
Turn Leftover Rice Into This Delicious Japanese Dish
Ochazuke, a simple tea-and-rice dish, is a popular snack and meal in Japan. And there's a very good reason why.
Kombu-Cured Salmon with Fresh Yuzu Kosho
Layering salmon between sheets of kombu is an easy way to gently cure it, drawing in salt and umami-depth.
3 Incredible Matcha Drinks That Aren't Lattes
Send these to anybody who thinks matcha is "gross."
This Cozy Slow-Cooker Dish Is Getting Us Through Winter
Savory rice porridge is the most soothing and comforting cold-weather meal—and it's beyond easy to make.
A Weekend's Worth of Our Favorite Japanese Recipes
This weekend game plan is all about flavorful broths, comforting stews, and simple (but colorful!) presentations.
5 Asian-Inspired Soups That Are Pure Comfort
A few easy techniques and a handful of flavorful ingredients are all you need to prepare these warming soups.
The Expert Shopper's Guide to Japanese Noodles
What to look for when buying—and cooking—udon, soba, somen, and more.