Japanese food has grown in popularity in recent years from a niche area of American cuisine. Many Americans love the harmony of flavors and lightness that is evident in typical Japanese dishes. This is a welcome change from the American tradition of heavy, often deep-fried foods. People are afraid that ethnic cuisine will be too bland or tasteless. This is far from the truth! This article is meant to show readers a range of Japanese cuisines so they can try new things without worrying about what they'll eat.
Domburi: This is simply a bowl containing rice, with some topping. Many toppings are quite popular in Japan. Some of them have made their way to the United States. Oyakodon (which uses both chicken breast and egg as its topping) is one example. Gyudon, another type of domburi that is rich in beef, is becoming more popular in Japan. Those of you who are especially outgoing tasters might like to sample unadon, a type of domburi wherein strips of grilled eel coated in a thick soya sauce are used to top the rice bowl.
Ramen: This soup is a staple of American college students' diets for many years. Wildly popular around the world, ramen is to the Japanese what a burger and fries are to your average United States native. Ramen can be made with many different bases, but its most distinctive feature is its long, thin noodles. To complement these noodles, you can add dumplings or pork, miso (fermented bean paste), and soya sago. Interesting to note is that ramen was originally created in China rather than Japan. However, the dish is almost always associated today with Japan.
Sashimi is often mistakenly thought to be sushi by people who are not familiar with Japanese cuisine. Although it may be presented in a beautiful way, the fact that sashimi contains raw fish is a reality. This truth will make many Americans uncomfortable. Several types of sashimi are served, the most popular of which is probably tuna. It is important to pay attention to the aroma when eating this dish. You must ensure that the fish used in sashimi preparation is fresh.
Sushi, perhaps the most well-known of all Japanese cuisines, has gained popularity in trendy areas of the United States. There are Oao far too many options to mention all the variations. To be considered sushi, however, the dish must contain rice that has been prepared with sushi vinegar. The most recognized form of sushi is probably norimaki, or sushi rolls. These rolls contain sushi rice and various sorts of seafood rolled in sheets of dried seaweed. Norimaki may also contain vegetables.
Tempura: This Japanese-inspired dish is also very popular. Tempura is a type of finger food. It consists of various types of seafood or vegetables that are fried in a special batter. It is delicious and crisp without being too heavy, which is what is often the case in deep-fried American cuisine. There are far too many ingredients to mention in tempura and the flavors can vary from one restaurant.
The five listed dishes will provide a tasty introduction to Japanese cuisine to novices. Enjoy!