Sonoko Sakai

This carrot cake recipe features cream cheese frosting with a twist. The addition of miso balances the sweetness of the frosting while adding a punch of umami flavor.

These quick pickled cucumbers are sprinkled with sesame seeds and shichimi togarashi for a crunchy, acidic bite.

This tofu recipe takes the plain soy product to a whole new level when you press and marinate it in miso.

Yakimiso, a Japanese condiment, can be enjoyed on its own or served with crackers or crudités.

Learn how to make miso soup with this veggie-packed recipe. Carrots, sweet potato, mushrooms and daikon bulk up this warm soup.

This chicken curry recipe uses red miso to add saltiness and depth to the dish.

These grilled miso rice balls are crispy, sprinkled with sesame seeds and best served hot.

This chicken curry recipe uses red miso to add saltiness and depth to the dish.

These grilled miso rice balls are crispy, sprinkled with sesame seeds and best served hot.

Kakiage, which means "gathered and deep-fried" in Japanese, is a tempura made with sliced vegetables and sometimes seafood. This light and crispy tempura combines shrimp, onions, carrots and herbs and looks similar to a fritter. I serve it with sea salt and lemon wedges or with soy sauce, with rice and pickles on the side and fruit for dessert. Read more about this tempura recipe.