A Peek in the Pantry

A glossary of Japanese ingredients called for in the recipes, with information on purchasing and storing

Shopping for unfamiliar Japanese ingredients can often be confusing, particularly since labeling is not always consistent, complete, clear, or in English. The listing that follows contains information on the Japanese foodstuffs you’ll encounter in the recipes in this book—I hope you’ll find it a useful guide when preparing a shopping list or working in your kitchen.

When you shop in person or order through a catalogue: