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4 salt-koji pickled Kabu variations — easy, crunchy, gut-friendly Japanese pickles using seasonal turnips and probiotics for daily wellness.

This easy and delicious Japanese-style salt-koji salmon salad is packed with omega-3s, probiotics, and prebiotic fiber — the ultimate cho-katsu (gut health) recipe! Just marinate, roast, and toss with fresh veggies for a satisfying and nourishing meal.

A light, savory, and gut-friendly take on Japan’s classic omelet — made with Ama-Koji (sweet koji) and Shio-Koji for natural sweetness and umami.

I’m sharing how to make a light and umami-packed salmon dish using just 3 main ingredients: shio-koji, shiso leaves, and lemon. This oil-free, gluten-free, and gut-friendly recipe is perfect for clean eating, dieting, or anyone wanting a nourishing Japanese meal. ✅ Gut Health Benefits 🐟 Omega-3-rich salmon 🌿 Anti-inflammatory shiso 🍋 Digestive-boosting lemon 🍚 Enzyme-rich shio-koji

This hearty Japanese-style salad combines oven-baked salt-koji marinated salmon with a creamy miso-koji mayo dressing, quinoa, and fresh vegetables. A nutrient-rich, gut-friendly recipe that’s as delicious as it is nourishing.

Miso Soup is a Japanese staple and superfood. You can customize miso soup with your favorite dashi, miso and vegetables! In this blog, we introduce five different types of miso soup Japanese people drink almost everyday!

Discover the world of Koji Miso, Japan’s iconic fermented superfood that’s more than just soup seasoning. Learn the different types, how to choose the healthiest miso, and why it’s packed with probiotics, enzymes, and nutrients that support gut health.

Discover the world of traditional Japanese fermented seasonings—soy sauce, miso, sake, rice vinegar, mirin, and more. Beyond adding flavor, these condiments are rich in enzymes, umami, and gut-friendly benefits. Learn how they’re made, their health impact, and tips on choosing the best quality for your cooking.

Still using store-bought mayo? Try this easy homemade version made with just 4 ingredients: egg, oil, white wine vinegar, and shio koji—a Japanese fermented seasoning full of natural umami and gut-friendly enzymes. ✨ This recipe is preservative-free, clean, and full of flavor. ⏱ Ready in just 10 minutes!

Discover how to make a juicy, gut-friendly whole smoked chicken marinated in Salt Koji & herbs. Packed with umami, high protein, and fiber-rich veggies, this versatile recipe is perfect for BBQ, smoker, or oven.

Looking for a healthier way to start your day? 🥢 In Japan, breakfast is all about balance: fish for protein, natto & miso for probiotics, veggies for fiber, and rice for energy.

Turn a simple cod fillet into a gut-friendly gourmet meal with this Salt Koji & Herb Marinated Cod Salad! Affordable cod is transformed with a fermented koji marinade, pan-grilled, and served over fresh greens with a probiotic-rich dressing. Perfect for gut health, digestion, and everyday “cho-katsu” lifestyle.

Discover how to make Salt-Koji Pickles (Tsukemono)—a simple, gut-friendly recipe that’s naturally gluten-free, vegan, and packed with flavor. Using just a few fresh vegetables and the magic of shio-koji (fermented rice seasoning), you can create refreshing, probiotic-rich pickles at home.

Fermented foods are a powerful part of Japanese tradition—and gut health science is finally catching up. In this video, I’ll share 3 fermented foods that are eaten almost every day in Japan and why they’re so beneficial for your gut microbiome:

This refreshing and nutrient-packed Farm Salad is tossed in a tangy-sweet Salt Koji Dressing that’s bursting with umami. Perfect for summer lunches, meal prep, or a healthy side dish, it’s loaded with fresh vegetables, plant-based protein, and gut-friendly fermented goodness.

Tender, juicy chicken. Sweet seasonal veggies. No gluten, no dairy, no refined sugar – just pure flavor and gut-healing power through the magic of Salt Koji and steaming! This is Japanese-style clean eating at its best.

Learn all about the traditional Japanese seiro (bamboo steamer) — from its unique design and natural benefits to step-by-step instructions for steaming at home. Discover how this centuries-old cooking tool enhances flavor, preserves nutrients, and creates a calming, healthy cooking experience for your body and mind.

Discover why steaming is one of the healthiest cooking methods for your gut. Learn how gentle steaming preserves nutrients, boosts digestion, supports your microbiome, and helps reduce inflammation — all while enhancing natural flavors. Perfect for anyone interested in gut health, weight management, or healthy Japanese cooking.

This traditional fermented drink supports digestion, boosts energy, and can even be used as a sugar substitute in your cooking. 📌 Gut Health Benefits: Gentle on digestion Rich in enzymes and vitamins Supports a healthy gut microbiome

This blog walks you through the traditional method of making Salt Koji (Shio Koji) with or without a fermentor. With just rice koji, salt, and water, you can create an enzyme-packed seasoning that enhances flavors and promotes gut health.