ponzu

shoyu

Japanese fermented condiment

• soyProtein-rich Asian bean
• dashiJapanese kelp-based broth
• mirinSweet Japanese cooking wine

vinegar · umami · seasoning · drizzle · finishing · dressing · splash · bottle · pantry · staple

tangy

Sharp and lively-tasting

• zestyLively in flavor
• tartSharp-flavored small pie
• sourSharp, biting taste

acidic · bright · refreshing · savory · umami · piquant · bracing · crisp · sharp · light

sashimi

Thinly sliced raw fish

• sushiVinegared rice with toppings
• tempuraJapanese battered fried food
• gyozaJapanese filled dumplings

shabu-shabu · tofu · dumpling · hotpot · dip · chopsticks · nigiri · appetizer

yuzu

Fragrant citrus for cooking

• limeAcidic green citrus
• lemonAcidic yellow citrus
• citronThick-rinded sour fruit

bergamot · kumquat · pomelo · satsuma · mandarin · citrusy · zest · juice · acidity · tartness

tare

Unladen container weight

• glazeThin lustrous coating
• basteMoisten while roasting
• marinateSoak food in flavoring

infuse · tenderize · yakitori · teriyaki · ceviche · cure · soak · overnight · flavor

• liquidswater, milk, oil, blood, juice
• Japanese foodsushi, ramen, tempura, sashimi, miso
• hot potshabu-shabu, sukiyaki, broth, tofu, napa cabbage
• seafood sidestartar sauce, cocktail sauce, lemon, lemon wedge, drawn butter
• Asian ingredientssoy, fish sauce, sesame paste, miso, oyster sauce
• citrus sauceslemon butter, orange glaze, lemon curd, orange sauce