Explore the flavors of Japan with these 29 Japanese Inspired Dishes that offer a delightful mix of traditional and fusion recipes. From hearty ramen bowls to light and fresh sushi rolls, this collection provides a range of options for both newcomers to Japanese cuisine and longtime enthusiasts. These recipes capture the essence of Japanese cooking: its balance of flavors, attention to seasonality, and artistic presentation – while adapting them for the home kitchen. These recipes will introduce you to the diverse world of Japanese flavors and techniques, helping you bring a taste of Japan to your own table.
Beef Miso Ramen
If you’re cutting out gluten but still crave a hearty bowl of ramen, this gluten free Beef Ramen recipe is for you! Made with braised ribeye steak and grain-free cassava noodles, this dish is both delicious and gluten-free. The combination of tender beef, savory broth and chewy noodles creates a comforting meal. Topped with jammy eggs, green onions and chili oil this homemade ramen is absolutely stunning. Serve with an appetizer of homemade gyoza!
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Pan Fried Gyoza
Experience a delightful balance of crispy and tender textures with this Pan Fried Gyoza recipe. The Japanese dumpling is filled with a combination of minced pork, vegetables and spices, wrapped in a thin dough and pan-fried until crispy and then steamed giving them a tender interior. And let’s not forget about the homemade dumpling dipping sauce, a savory mixture of soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, which complements the flavors of the pork gyoza perfectly. Pair this savory appetizer with braised beef ramen to make a complete meal.
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Rainbow Roll Sushi
If you’re tired of the usual sushi rolls (I’m lookin at you, California roll) and want to add some color and excitement to your sushi experience, then this Rainbow Roll Sushi recipe is just what you need. It’s a delightful combination of flavors, from crisp cucumber and creamy, avocado slices to luscious tuna and salmon, all wrapped up in a blanket of perfectly seasoned sushi rice. This roll is perfect for sushi enthusiasts and for those who are looking for a fun and creative dish to serve at their next party or gathering.
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Miso Brussels Sprouts
Crispy Roasted Lemon Miso Brussels Sprouts is a flavorful, vegan side dish, made with just a few ingredients. The unique flavor of miso paste is salty yet slightly sweet with a nutty taste that adds an umami kick. By tossing the tender yet crispy sprouts with a savory and sweet lemon miso glaze, this dish transforms a boring veggie into a mouth-watering side dish. This will be your new favorite way to enjoy these adorable tiny cabbages!
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Fluffy Japanese Pancakes (Souffle Pancakes)
Fluffy Japanese Pancakes are a soft, airy cotton candy-like pancake dream come true. Dress them up in whipped cream, rain down the maple syrup, or try out the tiramisu topping recipe I provide – they come out delicious every which way!
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Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad)
This Sunomono (Japanese Cucumber Salad) features thinly sliced cucumbers and glass noodles tossed in a sweet vinegar dressing. This delicately refreshing salad is easy to prepare and serves as an excellent appetizer or side to any Japanese dish.
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Japanese Teriyaki Chicken Bowl
Take a closer look… Tender juicy chicken glistening with savory, salty, sweet and umami rich teriyaki sauce, smothered to perfection. Alongside this are bright, crunchy colorful veggies dressed in a nutty sesame oil dressing, kinda like Asian coleslaw. All this on a bed of hot rice… and yes, how can we forget that creamy avocado? All this sprinkled with sesame nuttiness.
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Air Fryer Shishito Peppers
Skip the skillet and make blistered Shishito Peppers in your air fryer. These mild and sweet Japanese peppers are ready to eat in 5 minutes. Air Fryer Shishito Peppers make a great appetizer or snack sprinkled with salt or served with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Easy Teriyaki Tofu Lettuce Wraps
Easy Teriyaki Tofu Lettuce Wraps, a delicious vegan and gluten-free diet tofu recipe that is also high in protein.
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Japanese Clear Onion Soup
An easy Japanese Clear Onion Soup recipe. A simple light, clear soup just like the one on your local Hibachi Steakhouse menu that’s just nine simple Ingredients.
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Chicken Yakitori
Yakitori is a Japanese grilled chicken recipe served on skewers and glazed in a delicious sweet and savory homemade yakitori sauce. Often served with drinks at bars in Japan, enjoy chicken yakitori as a quick and easy appetizer, snack, or dinner.
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Japanese Strawberry Shortcake
Japanese Strawberry Shortcake is a dessert that has become synonymous with elegance, sophistication, and indulgence in Japan. The cake is made with a light, airy sponge cake layered with whipped cream and fresh strawberries, and is typically decorated with additional strawberries on top.
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Unagi Don (Unadon)
Unagi Don (Unadon) is an umami-packed rice bowl featuring broiled Japanese eel dressed in unagi sauce. Serve over steamed rice and top with nori, sesame seeds, and scallions. Make this delicious donburi for a quick dinner with homemade or store-bought unagi sauce.
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Yaki Onigiri With Miso and Butter
Ever heard of this dish before? Yaki Onigiri are delicious Japanese grilled riceballs, and because you grill them, you’ll get a nice and crispy layer of rice on the outside. Like many Japanese dishes, this recipe focuses on the pure flavors of the ingredients. They’re simple, but they pair really well! Yaki onigiri come in many different variations and flavors, but I decided to try out grilling them with miso & butter.
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Miso Butter Salmon
A few simple ingredients – one delicious dish! Introducing this Easy Miso Butter Salmon recipe! Pan-frying salmon is the best way to cook it quickly, whilst glazing ensures it stays moist and flaky. Butter seasoned with miso and soy sauce does a perfect job of making this healthy meal flavoursome and effortlessly sophisticated!
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Garlic Soy Edamame
These Garlic Soy Edamame are such an easy appetizer and they are so delicious. This recipe comes together in 15 minutes or less and it will be devoured even faster.
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Creamy Miso Pasta
This Creamy Miso Pasta with mushrooms is an easy weeknight dinner ready in less than 30 minutes! It’s packed with umami flavor, hints of garlic, and parmesan cheese. Vegan and gluten-free options are included.
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Teriyaki Meatballs
This Easy Teriyaki Meatballs recipe is a popular Japanese side dish. The juicy and fluffy chicken meatballs coated in the umamilicious savory sauce will taste just as good-or even better- than what you get at your favorite Japanese restaurant! This easy recipe is the perfect appetizer or even main dish the whole family will love, and only takes 40 minutes.
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Matcha Brownies
Fudgy Matcha Brownies – white chocolate or dark chocolate chunks and earthy green tea powder flavor these chewy matcha brownies!
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Pork Belly Rice Bowl
Butadon is a delicious Japanese pork rice bowl. This recipe uses pork belly and glazed with easy homemade teriyaki sauce.
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Mushroom Sushi
Fresh mushrooms cooked in a savory marinade, then rolled with dried seaweed and Homemade Sushi Rice. Serve with Garlic Bok Choy and Edamame Salad.
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Vegan Curry Udon
Enjoy thick, chewy Udon Noodles drenched in a flavourful creamy sauce. This Vegan Curry Udon ready in just 20 minutes guarantees comfort in every bite. These Japanese curry noodles make the perfect hearty dinner, sure to become your family’s favourite meal.
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Miso Soup
Easy Miso Soup ready within 20 minutes tops! With a simple swap, this traditional miso paste and dashi-based soup is ready for all Japanese food lovers, including gluten-free guests!
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Deconstructed Sushi Bowl
This visually stunning Sushi Salad is pretty much sushi as you know it, but deconstructed. It is the perfect fusion of Japanese and Western cuisine. Maybe you’ve always wanted to make homemade sushi but you don’t have the equipment, or it just feels too overwhelming – this salad is for you! it’s healthy, nutrient-rich, refreshing, crunchy and the best of all, it does really taste exactly like sushi.
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Braised Garlic and Soy Pork
This super easy Garlic and Soy Pork with Green Beans is the perfect cozy dinner for a cold day. Bite sized pork is quickly braised on the stove top and served up with some green beans, making for a hearty dinner!
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Asian Short Ribs
These Asian Short Ribs are melt-in-your-mouth tender and super easy to prepare in the Instant Pot, Slow Cooker, or in the Oven.
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Japanese Inspired Loaded Fries
With a blog named like this, a recipe for fries was bound to come up soon or later, right? Just Gimme Fries didn’t want to kick off with just any ordinary fries recipe, so they decided to go with the so-called Japanese ‘Shaka Shaka Fries’ with Panko battered shrimp and wasabi mayonnaise.
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3 Ingredient Matcha Nama Chocolate
These Matcha Nama Chocolate Truffles are so easy to make but taste just like the expensive Royce Chocolates. You can make these budget-friendly matcha chocolates over a stove: no double boiler needed! Smooth and aromatic, they’re simply delicious but not too sweet, as the earthiness of the matcha balances the sweetness of the chocolate.
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Easy Skillet Shrimp with Homemade Honey Garlic Sauce
Discover this recipe for Easy Skillet Shrimp with Homemade Honey Garlic Sauce; it’s a great solution for busy weeknights and so much better than take-out. Fresh shrimp are sautéed in a simple, sticky honey garlic sauce that’s perfect for spooning over cooked white rice. Serve with steamed broccoli, green beans, or hibachi-style vegetables, and dinner is done!
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