Hi! I am Shari Sweeney and
here on A Certain Aesthetic I’m serving you elevated food, mindful experiences and the beauty of living in Okinawa, Japan!
All tagged Vegetables
When I go to Japanese restaurants, sometimes sunomono is served with the main course and it’s one of my favorite parts of the meal! Sunomono is a Japanese cucumber salad and it’s such a refreshing side dish, especially in the hot and humid summer months…
Today we begin with one of Japan’s most common vegetables that’s used on a daily basis and that is the Japanese Cucumber! It is known as “Kyuri” in Nihongo and I have to say that this has become my favorite type of cucumber! Like other cucumber varieties, the Japanese cucumber has a light and crisp taste. However, this cucumber is not bitter and it actually has a slight sweetness to it when you take a bite…
Let’s talk about Shallots, shall we?!
When you’re in the grocery store or the farmer’s market, have you ever seen some palm-sized brown clusters that are nearby the onions and garlic? If so, these are called shallots! They are like the mild-mannered cousin of the sharp flavored onion. When you are choosing shallots, you want to find a tight cluster that is firm when squeezed. Once you bring them home, they can last for weeks in a basket on your countertop. However, it’s preferable to store them in a dark, cool, and dry place with great ventilation for longer storage.
