{"title":"Books by Atsuko Ikeda","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9781788790819","title":"Atsuko's Japanese Kitchen","description":"\u003cb\u003eLearn how to make the enigmatic and umami-rich comfort food of Japan, with over 60 recipes straight from Atsuko’s Ikeda’s authentic yet modern Japanese Kitchen.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJapanese home-cooking is full of comfort, but a version of comfort food that is stylish, mouth-watering and less unhealthy than most. For those who aspire to recreate the Japanese dishes enjoyed in restaurants or on holiday, and to discover even more about the secrets and techniques involved in Japanese home cooking, you are invited into \u003ci\u003eAtsuko’s Kitchen\u003c\/i\u003e. Learn the subtle art of creating a balanced meal as demonstrated with an easy-to-follow infographic. Learn the basics, such as how to season food the Japanese way, how to prepare dashi stock and how to make variations on basic rice. Choose from the delicious array of main dishes you might be familiar with, such as chicken teriyaki, tonkatsu pork, beef tataki, gyoza, seared tuna with ponzu, vegetable tempura, okonomiyaki, grilled eggplant with sesame sauce, plus recipes from Atsuko’s own family and modern creative repertoire. Also featuring ‘izakaya’ small plates for sharing and sumptuous modern desserts, there is Japanese comfort food for every occasion. With tips on how to present your dishes in the traditional way, anecdotes and cultural explanations of dishes, discover the secrets of Japanese home-cooking for yourself.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43406088929458,"sku":"9781788790819","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781788790819_24f44269-bb56-4074-bb24-7673aba574a1.jpg?v=1786027108"},{"product_id":"sushi-made-simple","title":"Sushi Made Simple","description":"\u003cb\u003eA masterclass in creative modern sushi from London-based Japanese teacher Atsuko, who combines authentic knowledge and skills with contemporary, innovative ideas to give 60 recipes for rolls, wraps, moulded and deconstructed sushi.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA masterclass in sushi making from London-based teacher Atsuko, who combines authentic knowledge and skills with contemporary, innovative ideas to give 60 recipes for rolls, wraps, moulded and deconstructed sushi.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe word \"sushi\" refers to \"vinegared rice\", which is used for any kind of sushi with raw, pickled, smoked, grilled, or seared ingredients. In this book, the simple secrets behind making good sushi are revealed, such as how to select your sushi components based on the three principles of colour, taste, and texture. Author Atsuko offers an approachable, diverse, and colorful selection of sushi dishes. Classic white sushi rice will always be a favorite, but here you will find options to use brown rice, quinoa, and pink beet rice too. Familiar rolls and wraps are included as well as sushi burgers, bombs, and deconstructed salad bowls. The book opens with Your Sushi Pantry, listing essential ingredients. After this comes Basic Cooking Methods and Step-by-step Techniques. The recipes are then divided into Sushi Rolls which include Futomaki, Uramaki, Temaki cones, and Gunkanmaki. Moulded Sushi features classic Nigiri, Temari, Oshi Sushi and pretty Chakin Sushi parcels. Creative Moulded Sushi includes new ideas like Sushi bombs, Burgers and Sushi Cakes. Deconstructed Sushi features celebration Chirashi sushi, Poke Bowls and Jarred Salads. Finally, Vegetarian and Vegan sushi offers a delicious selection of plant-based treats sush as Inari Sushi and Vegetable Nigiri.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57490138071413,"sku":"9781849758840","price":18.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781849758840.jpg?v=1786442025"},{"product_id":"japas-japanese-style-tapas","title":"Omotenashi","description":"DISCOVER more than 70 recipes for irresistible JAPANESE SMALL PLATES and BITES, designed to be enjoyed alongside a drink.   Think Spanish tapas taken to the FAR EAST – SUSHI bites, GYOZA, TEMPURA, the classic Japanese KATSU SANDO, plus so much more.   Useful PRESENTATION tips and advice and MENU PLANNING information is also included for FOOLPROOF ENTERTAINING.   Japas are Japanese snacks and simple dishes designed to be eaten alongside a drink. They are also known as otsumami in Japan. These small snacks are common at izakaya bars, pubs and at house parties in Japan – even if you are at home having a snack with your evening drink, you are still enjoying japas! There are countless delicious flavour pairings to be enjoyed, with small bites and dishes to tempt everyone, from existing devotees of Japanese food to newcomers keen to discover more. Popular ingredients such as dashi, ponzu, miso, soy, teriyaki and more, all make an appearance in a myriad of mouth-watering morsels including dips, pickles and salads, gyoza and tempura, sushi and sashimi, plus beautifully presented meat, fish, vegetarian and vegan plates. Also included is a basic guide to Japanese beverages, and deliciously inventive cocktail recipes.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57507602268533,"sku":"9781788797993","price":25.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781788797993.jpg?v=1787042610"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/author-atsuko-ikeda.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}