Potu (Poto): Chamorro Steamed Coconut Rice Cake Recipe
What potu is and how it tastes Potu—also spelled poto—is a traditional Chamorro steamed rice cake made with rice flour and coconut milk. Its flavor is gently sweet with a clean coconut aroma, and its texture is soft, fluffy, and…
Shokupan: Japan’s Beloved Milk Bread
Shokupan, also known as Japanese milk bread, is a staple in Japanese bakeries and households. This soft, fluffy, and slightly sweet bread is a testament to Japan’s dedication to perfecting even the simplest foods. Unlike traditional Western breads, Shokupan is…
Copycat Colonel’s Crispy Fried Chicken
The Origins of Fried Chicken in American Culture Fried chicken holds a special place in American food history. While frying meat has existed for centuries across cultures, fried chicken as we know it today took shape in the American South….
Red Bean-Filled Mochi
Mochi: A Pillar of Japanese Culture Mochi, the soft and chewy rice cake enjoyed in Japan for centuries, is more than just a beloved treat—it is a deeply rooted cultural symbol, and we have a Red Bean-Filled Mochi recipe for…
The Secret to a Flaky Grated Butter Apple Pie Crust
A truly memorable apple pie begins with the crust, and few techniques deliver better results than a grated butter apple pie crust. While traditional cubed-butter methods work well, grating cold butter creates thin ribbons of fat that translate into airy…
Authentic Bool Go Gi in America
A Korean Classic That Found a Home in America Bulgogi (불고기), literally meaning “fire meat,” is one of Korea’s most iconic dishes, with roots tracing back over a thousand years to the Goguryeo era. Originally prepared as skewered, grilled beef…