Contemporary Japanese Cuisine : Classic Recipes, Fresh Flavors

by Dekura, Hideo

• ISBN13: 9780834805095
• ISBN10: 083480509X
• Format: Trade Paper
• Copyright: 2002-05-01
• Publisher: Weatherhill

Summary

A bento box of irresistible Japanese flavors and fresh ideas that brings contemporary Japanese cooking alive for the home cook. The over 60 recipes with easy to follow methods, step-by-step photographs for special techniques, and detailed notes on presentation use ingredients widely available in the West. In addition to such classic dishes as sushi, sashimi, tempura, and various noodle dishes, there are chapters devoted to sake and sake cocktails, aperitifs, and wonderful salads and desserts. The sample menus, glossary of Japanese terms, and in-depth treatment of utensils and preparation techniques opens up a new world of healthy and beautiful food to kitchen novice and accomplished cook alike.

Table of Contents

Introduction	6	(11)
Aperitifs	17	(8)
Entrees	25	(14)
Soups	39	(8)
Sashimi	47	(10)
Stews	57	(8)
Grills	65	(10)
Yosemono	75	(8)
Agemono	83	(8)
Sushi	91	(12)
Salad and Pickles	103	(12)
Desserts	115	(10)
Tea	125	(4)
The Japanese Kitchen	129	(14)
Basics	143	(11)
Sample Set Menus	154	(2)
Glossary	156	(1)
Index	157