teriyaki

Nutritious Nibbles: Japanese braised teriyaki roots

By: Ella Oriye Tani, SFU Student  This dish is simple, hearty, and great for the cold winter months. The recipe isn’t exactly a “real” recipe, but a Japanese-inspired dish. It was passed down the telephone line between my grandmother on my father’s side, who is a terrific Japanese cook, and my mother, who comes from a lineage of authentic Chinese Canadian chefs. This meal packs a punch full of sweetness and umami while also giving you a dose of healthy fibre. The main ingredients are: taro root, a grey starchy vegetable with a mild creamy flavour; daikon, a large white…

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