What You Need to Know
Kaiseki cuisine is a traditional Japanese culinary tradition that emphasizes harmony with nature, seasonality, and aesthetics in a multi-course meal. It originated in Japan and has a long history dating back to the Edo period.
Steps
- 1.
Sakizuke (Kyoto): Seasonal appetizer showcasing knife precision
- 2.
Wanmono (Osaka): Silken tofu preparation demonstrating temperature control
- 3.
Yakimono (Tokyo): Charcoal-grilled fish with perfect crosshatch marks
The Science
Primary Reaction
Maillard Reaction