Katsudon is more than just a simple dish of rice and meat. This delicious Japanese creation, with its perfect balance of ...

But there's also a traditional Japanese seasoning that imparts an earthy, umami note to anything from soups to sandwiches: instant dashi powder. In Japan, dashi -- a collection of fish-flavored or ...

You may make stock using the usual store-bought dashi powder in packets or granulated types. We recommend a flavor that is light on saltiness and sweetness but try cooking it once and make ...