Happy Friday! What if your passion is eating #tempura?
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#Tempura is food deep-fried in #vegetable oil after being coated with a mixture of egg, water and wheat flour.
Always use the chopstick stand (if provided), and if not, fold the paper chopstick wrapper into a tent shape and rest the tips of the chopsticks on that.
Every region of Japan has different styles of typical traditional sweets, known as wagashi. These delicate creations are often sold in beautifully wrapped boxes, in convenience stores and in train stations because they are customarily given as gifts to friends and family.
Japanese cuisine has a much higher ratio of plant-based foods than is typical in the U.S., but it is still hard to eat completely vegetarian. This is because many traditional dishes are cooked in fish broth or are sprinkled with bonito flakes.
As seafood is a major part of the Japanese diet, the #seafood fishing and import industry in Japan is staggering.
Careful preparation and meticulous presentation are crucial elements of Japanese #cuisine.
One of the foods highest in omega-3 fatty acids, salmon is a great choice on top of a bit of hand-pressed rice (nigiri sushi), in a roll (maki sushi), or many other ways.




















