Oh what a glorious book! It offers us food for our eyes, our bodies, our souls. And if, like me, one happens to be Japanese Canadian, it takes us home.

Joy Kogawa author of "Obasan"


Sample Recipe

Salmon Miso Yaki
Miso Grilled Salmon

Ingredients
Marinade
1/4 cup (60mL) miso
1 tbsp (15mL) goma seeds, toasted
1 tsp (5mL) fresh shoga (ginger), grated
1 tbsp (15mL) mirin
1 tsp (5mL) sugar
1 tbsp (15mL) vegetable oil
1 to 2 lb (454g to 908g) salmon fillet

Method
In small bowl, combine marinade ingredients and mix until sugar dissolves. Pour marinade over salmon and refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line baking sheet with foil and coat with non-stick cooking spray.
Place salmon on baking sheet and bake on middle rack for 5 to 7 minutes. Salmon is baked when easily flaked with fork.

Preparation Time: 2.5 to 3.5 hours Servings: 4 to 6.