Make It Japanese

Make ItJapanesereflectsRie McClennyjourney from her birthplace of Japan to the United States and how she learned to cook heartfelt recipes from scratch, often using only ingredients from her local supermarket.Throughout her culinary career, from home cook to star of BuzzFeed Tastys Make It Fancy video series, she has drawninspiration from the nourishing food her mother cooked throughout her childhood and her extensive knowledge ofJapanesecuisine and ingredients that she brought to life in an American kitchen.

In her debut cookbook, Rie shares just how approachableJapanesehome cooking can be, no matter where you are. Shepresents a collection of comforting, homestyle recipes that use just a handful ofeasy-to-findJapaneseingredients, such as soy sauce, mirin, and sake, and simple, essential cooking techniques, like making rice bowls (donburi), frying the perfect home-style tempura, and gently simmering vegetables and proteins to delicious effect.

Each accompaniedby bright, beautiful photography,these delectablerecipes include:

• Traditional dishes with a twist: Loaded Vegetable Miso Soupwith kale and sweet potatoes,Roasted Cauliflower Goma-aecoated in toasted sesame dressing, umami-packedEasy Soy Sauce Ramen, andMini Okonomiyakipancakes
• Cant-miss classics:delectable porkTonkatsu, ginger-spikedChicken-Tofu Tsukune, andOyako Don, rice bowls topped with tender chicken thighs and egg
• Interactive, hands-on recipes for festive gatherings: Chicken Hot Pot with Ponzuperfect for a winters night, cant stopGyoza with Crispy Wings, and make-your-own hand rolls for aTemaki Party
• And of course, dessert:the iconicSimple Strawberry Shortcake, irresistibleMatcha Snacking Cake, anddelightfulCitrus Mochi Doughnuts

Whether making dinner on a busy weeknight or hosting a multi-course banquet,Make ItJapaneseis the ideal resource and perfect introduction to the world ofJapanesecuisine, ingredients, and cooking techniques.