Posts Tagged “Umami”

Relishes that Enhance the Flavors and Nutrition of Japanese Curry Rice

Hello friends, In the previous issue, I introduced the ideal drinks to accompany Japanese curry rice. But beverages are not the only sidekick to curry. In Japan, we always put “yakumi” (relish or condiments) on the side of a curry plate, and eat it alternately with the curry. This time, I’d like to talk about …

Japanese Curry Rice — Kid’s Favorite Food

Hello friends, I have talked a lot about Japanese curry rice in past posts, but there is more to share with you. My topic today is how this dish became the number one favorite food of children in Japan. I already mentioned that Japanese people love umami, and such an umami-intensive food culture developed a …

Demystifying the Taste Profile of Japanese Curry Rice

Hello friends, I’d like to continue talking about what Japanese curry rice is, and my focus today is to demystify its taste profile! First of all, the most distinct features of Japanese curry rice are its umami-rich taste, thick texture, and sticky rice. In particular, umami is important, and it is this savory taste that …