10 Japanese Appetizer Recipes That Bring Izakaya’s Tapas Home Vol.1 (1-10)

dried fish

🥗Healthier: smoked salmon

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Canned tuna is more affordable and still provides a savory flavor.

edamame

🥗Healthier: green peas

💰Cheaper: frozen peas

Frozen peas are often less expensive and easy to find.

pickled vegetables

🥗Healthier: fresh vegetables

💰Cheaper: raw vegetables

Using fresh vegetables can reduce costs while providing crunch.

rice crackers

🥗Healthier: whole grain crackers

💰Cheaper: puffed corn snacks

Puffed corn snacks are usually cheaper and still crunchy.

Prepare a selection of dried fish by slicing into bite-sized pieces.

Toast nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.

Steam edamame until tender, about 5-7 minutes, then cool.

Arrange pickled vegetables on a serving platter.

Place rice crackers in a bowl for easy access.

Cut seaweed into strips or squares for snacking.

Slice tofu into cubes and season lightly with soy sauce.

Arrange sliced meats on a separate plate for variety.

Mix wasabi with soy sauce for dipping.

Sprinkle sesame seeds over the platter for garnish.

Prepare miso or kimchi in small bowls as additional sides.

Serve spicy mayo in a small dish for dipping.

Slice radishes thinly and add to the platter.

Chop green onions and sprinkle over the arrangement for freshness.

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