What sustainability is and why it belongs in your kitchen. Sustainability means caring for the planet through mindful choices. It belongs in your kitchen because how you shop, cook, and clean can reduce waste, conserve resources, and create a healthier home and world First, you don’t have to purchase anything to be more sustainable. WhatContinue reading “Seven Sustainable Kitchen Swaps at Daiso”
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Maitake Stir Fry
Ingredients -1 Package of Maitake Mushrooms. (I bought mine from San A Hamby Town) –Ghee, Olive Oil or Coconut Oil (enough to coat your pan) -2-3 Chopped Garlic Cloves -1 Tbsp Soy Sauce -Squeeze of lemon Instructions 1.Clean the Mushrooms Gently brush off any dirt. Avoid soaking them—maitake is like a sponge and can getContinue reading “Maitake Stir Fry”
Okinawan Scallion & Cabbage Kimchi with Kokuto
If you’re looking for a way to incorporate more local ingredients into your meals, this Okinawan-inspired scallion and cabbage kimchi is a perfect choice. It blends the bold, spicy flavors of traditional kimchi with the deep, mineral-rich sweetness of Okinawan kokuto (black sugar). The combination of crisp cabbage and tender scallions creates a beautifully texturedContinue reading “Okinawan Scallion & Cabbage Kimchi with Kokuto”
Weekly Finds
04/10/2025 San-A Hamby Town Check out my finds this week at San-A Hamby Town! Some of my newest discoveries include: -Organic Cake Flour -Hen of the Woods Mushrooms -Organic Australian Honey -Organic Rolled Oats -Artisanal Essential Oil Soaps (Made in Okinawa) (Cosmetics Store in the same shopping Center) -Moony Natural Diapers & Organic Cotton WipesContinue reading “Weekly Finds”
Okinawan Kokuto Tepache (Fermented Pineapple Drink)
Tepache is a naturally fermented, probiotic-rich pineapple drink with a refreshing sweet-tart flavor. This Okinawan twist swaps traditional sweeteners for kokuto (Okinawan black sugar), which adds deep caramel notes and extra minerals. Ingredients :• 1 whole ripe pineapple (preferably organic), washed thoroughly. • ½ cup Okinawan kokuto, finely grated or crushed (I found this organicContinue reading “Okinawan Kokuto Tepache (Fermented Pineapple Drink)”
How to render Ghee
800g recipe Used for centuries in Indian and Ayurvedic cooking, ghee is a form of clarified butter that’s free from milk solids, giving it a higher smoke point, longer shelf life, and deeper, nuttier flavor than regular butter. The best part? Making ghee at home is incredibly simple and requires just one ingredient—high-quality, unsalted butter.Continue reading “How to render Ghee”
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