Category - Vegan

Japanese cuisine relies on natto as a staple breakfast or lunch dish, but many Western palates have not been exposed to this fermented soybean wonder. There are many health benefits to this dish in addition to its additive flavor profile.

Natto, fermented soybeans, is often enjoyed on its own as a simple cold dish. But there are many different ways to serve, from mixing it with other ingredients to adding it to salads and soups. Try these suggestions for new ways to enjoy natto.

Learn all about Fu, a wheat gluten product from Japan that can be used as a meat substitute for a wide variety of different Japanese cuisine dishes.

A traditional Japanese superfood, Natto and its enzyme nattokinase are associated with a wide variety of health benefits including heart health, probiotics, vitamins and immune boosting.

While mochi ice cream is starting to show up in American grocery stores and restaurant's dessert menus with increasing frequency, its core ingredient has been a staple in the Japanese diet for hundreds of years.

Tofu doesn't have to be bland or rubbery—when prepared or cooked properly, a crispy tofu dish can deliver a great deal of umami. Learn how to easily cook crispy tofu with these handy tips.

Those who are familiar with the tofu know it is a great source of vegetarian protein. Tofu also contains a great deal of important minerals and vitamins, and it provides many health benefits.

Panko is the Japanese version of bread crumbs. Boasting more flavor and crispness than traditional bread crumbs, many health advocates say that panko is also healthier than Western bread crumbs.

Fermented soybeans, also referred to as natto, are a traditional Japanese dish and an ingredient in many others. Natto is also quite nutritious and imparts a great deal of health benefits that make it as beneficial to your health as it is tasty.