The number of Japanese restaurants in the UK surged by 67% between 2010 and 2015, according to statistics portal Statista. This trend is fuelled by the increase in visitors to Japan, creating demand for Japanese food in the UK. 68,400 British tourists visited Japan in October 2019, with 72.1% of them saying the food was one of the motivations to visit says Statista.
The growth of Japanese cuisine may also be down to the increased focus on healthy living. According to Mintel, a third of adults believe that they are healthier now than they were a year ago, reinforcing the booming interest in healthy eating initiatives. A report by The British Medical Journal found those who stuck closer to Japanese dietary guidelines had a reduced risk of heart disease or stroke. No wonder it’s going down so well.
We have gathered a selection of our favourite recipes, to inspire your working kitchen with the flavours of Japan! These recipes feature our Peanut Free Satay Seasoning from our Street Food Chef range and our Miso Broth Base from our range of Asian products.
Veggie Satay Miso Ramen - View recipe
Peanut Free Satay Sauce - View recipe
Miso Baked Cod - View recipe
Pickled Asian Vegetables - View recipe
Satay King Prawn Chow Mein - View recipe
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