Japanese Home Cooking, Maori Murota, Murdoch Books, ISBN: 9781922616289

IF you’ve ever wanted to recreate the flavours of Japanese cuisine in your own kitchen, this book is your gateway to success.

In her stunning hardcover cookbook, Maori Murota shares an array of “everyday” recipes that range from iconic dishes like sushi and ramen to her own unique creations. The collection also explores the art of Japanese tea and sweets.

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Murota thoughtfully breaks down fundamental techniques and staples, ensuring even beginners can confidently prepare dishes from scratch. You’ll master essentials like cooking rice, making miso paste, preparing dashi stock, crafting udon noodles, fermenting vegetables, and even creating gyoza dough.

While many recipes focus on fish or meat, vegetarians will also find options to enjoy.

The book skips lengthy introductions and dives straight into the recipes, presented in a simple, easy-to-follow format. With gorgeous photography, including step-by-step visuals for certain techniques, this book is both inspiring and practical.

A perfect gift for Japanese food lovers and home cooks alike, this cookbook is a celebration of tradition and flavour. – Mariclair Smit 4/5 stars

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