Vegetable pastes are a staple at Nobu restaurants. A great way to use vegetable scraps, a marinade further flavored with kombu and chili peppers makes meat, fish and vegetables taste even better.⠀ Ingredients (for 1 person)⠀ ⠀ 6 oz. (180...
October 2021
Eating bonito and onion at same time brings synergistic effect in your mouth. It’s simple but tasty even without oil.⠀ Ingredients (for 2 people）⠀ ⠀ - 1 onion⠀ - Bonito (with skin, for sashimi)⠀ - 1/3 pcs (200g)⠀ - 1/4...
October 2021
Kiwicha (amaranth) is an ancient Peruvian plant, popular recently for its high nutrient value. This recipe uses both red kiwicha and kiwicha leaves, accompanied by a sauce made from tumbo, a variety of passionfruit. A dish of superlatively balanced Umami...
September 2021
There are thousands of different recipes for Caponata, a family-favourite aubergine dish from Italy. We added a few ingredients to make our own Umami-boosted version. The vegetables used here all contain Glutamate. Anchovy fillets and black olives multiply the Umami....
September 2021
Sun-dried tomatoes contain high levels of Glutamate. This Glutamate combines with the Inosinate present in meat, to produce Umami’s signature effect. "Dishes that are rich with Umami leave a satisfying aftertaste in the mouth, and a lasting impression on the...
September 2021
This cocktail with fresh ripe tomatoes is brimming with vitality and kick.⠀ Clam juice is optional but it adds a deeper, rounder flavour.⠀ Ingredients⠀ ⠀ 700g peeled fresh tomato⠀ 1/2 lime⠀ 2 tsp clam juice⠀ 1 tbsp Worcester sauce⠀ 1/2...
August 2021
There is a harmony of Umami in this dish. Scallops, chorizo, cauliflower and Parmesan cheese are all good Umami ingredients accentuated by the tangy sauce made with scallop coral or roe, the orange part.⠀ Silky smooth cauliflower mash is a...
August 2021
This is a great go-to summer meal, or addition to a summer meal, that is super quick to prepare. Kale is a great vegetable for salads, if you get the dressing right, due to its structure and robust texture. The...
August 2021
This chilled soup is like liquid salad. Nutritional yeast gives a rich, meaty flavour and a slice of smoked salmon adds even more Umami. One for a perfect summer’s day. Serves 2⠀
August 2021
This is Miso soup, but not as you know it. And it’s served cold! First make a conventional soup with Dashi broth, full of the Umami from Kombu and Miso, then add beetroot to bring a thick and creamy texture...
July 2021