No Recipes

Hello! I'm Marc Matsumoto, a former chef, food writer, author, and TV host living in Tokyo, Japan, with my family. My love for cooking and my wish to inspire others to explore their culinary skills motivated me to start No Recipes. I aim to spark your enthusiasm for cooking by teaching you the basics and sharing tips that will help you enhance your daily meals.

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Mushrooms are the Superheroes of Plant-Based Cooking

1 week ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Mushrooms live in their own quirky kingdom(neither plant nor animal), yet they're packed with the same umami‑rich glutamates and nucleotides that make animal proteins so satisfying. That savory depth, paired with their firm satisfying texture, lets these fungi slip seamlessly into dishes where you'd normally lean on meat. Substituting them for animal protein in recipes often results in a dish that can be just as delicious as the original.
Tasty Vegan Appetizers Everyone will Enjoy

1 week ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Getting together with friends and family is always a good time—but figuring out what to serve? That’s the tricky part. These days, more and more people are leaning into plant-based eating, whether for health, sustainability, or just because it tastes great. I’ve pulled together a list of crowd-pleasing vegan appetizers that no one will guess are vegan.
Japanese Breakfast Bento Box

3 weeks ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

If you've ever stayed at a traditional Japanese inn, you might've been greeted at breakfast with a lacquered tray filled with tiny, artful dishes—this is Asagozen (朝御膳). It's a Japanese breakfast bento box rooted in the Ichijū-sansai (一汁三菜) format with rice, soup, and three side dishes. This kind of bento breakfast isn't just a meal—it's a celebration of balance, flavor, and tradition.
Japanese Strawberry Sandwich (Ichigo Sando)

1 month ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Soft milk bread, fluffy whipped cream, and sweet, juicy strawberries come together in this cafe-worthy Japanese strawberry sandwich or Ichigo Sando, which is as beautiful as it is delicious.
Japanese Butter Rice Recipe

1 month ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

With just three pantry staples, this Japanese butter rice recipe transforms a simple bowl of plain white or brown rice into a rich, savory, comforting meal. Soy sauce and butter rice may sound like something a starving college student would whip up, but in Japan, butter rice is a deliciously addictive comfort food beloved by people of all ages. Known locally as butter shoyu gohan(バター醤油ご飯), this dish effortlessly turns a humble bowl of white rice into a luxuriously flavorful meal.
Japanese Braised Pork Belly (Buta no Kakuni)

2 months ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Indulgently rich yet incredibly simple to make, this Japanese braised pork belly or Buta no Kakuni is slow-simmered in a fragrant broth until it's melt-in-your-mouth tender. A slow braise and overnight soak ensure chopstick-tender pork that's just as delicious over rice as it is nestled on a steaming bowl of ramen.
Honey Teriyaki Chicken Breast

2 months ago | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Say goodbye to dry chicken! This teriyaki chicken breast recipe ensures ultra-juicy meat glazed in a luscious honey teriyaki sauce. If you've ever attempted teriyaki chicken breast only to end up with dry, stringy meat, you're not alone! In Japan, teriyaki is traditionally made with chicken thighs for their rich, juicy texture—but with the right technique, you can achieve that same succulent bite using leaner breast meat.
Best Miso Ramen Recipe

Jan 19, 2025 | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Inspired by my time living in Sapporo, I’ve crafted a quick yet authentic Miso Ramen recipe that captures the luscious umami-packed broth of a Hokkaido ramen shop in under 30 minutes!Hokkaido, in the far north of Japan, is the birthplace of miso ramen, a dish crafted to fortify against the long, unforgiving winters. After moving back to Japan in 2011, I settled in Sapporo for a few years, and these steaming bowls of soul-warming comfort helped thaw me out on even the bleakest days.
Spinach Ohitashi

Jan 5, 2025 | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

Wash 340 grams spinach in a large bowl under running water. Be especially careful to wash between the stems where they meet the root. Make the seasoning liquid by mixing together 1 cup dashi, 1 tablespoon usukuchi soy sauce, 1 teaspoon mirin, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a small square container. Bring a large pot of water to a boil and prepare a large bowl of ice water. Add the spinach to the water roots first and allow the roots and stems to cook for about 40 seconds before adding the leaves.
Japanese Spam Onigiri Recipe

Nov 24, 2024 | norecipes.com | Marc Matsumoto

This Spam Onigiri recipe combines crispy pan-fried Spam, a fluffy omelette, and seasoned rice wrapped in nori to create the ultimate Japanese rice sandwich. It's packed with flavor and endlessly adaptable, perfect for a picnic lunch or light on-the-go meal. Inspired by the Hawaiian Spam Musubi and made with pantry staples, this Spam Onigiri recipe makes for a quick meal that's satisfying, easy to make, and portable.