Uwajipedia

A glossary of common, and not-so-common, Asian ingredients and terms.

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Yakiniku Illustration | Uwajimaya

Yakiniku

Originating in Korean table-barbecuing techniques, yakiniku is the Japanese adaptation of this cooking method. It translates to...

Yuba Illustration | Uwajimaya

Yuba

Yuba is dried bean curd skin that’s been used in Chinese and Japanese cuisine for at least...

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Yamaimo

Also known as the Japanese mountain yam, yamaimo is a relative of taro that’s used for its...

Yuzu

Yuzu

Yuzu is a funny little citrus fruit that produces juice and rind for use in a variety...