“Ice-cold beer and chicken katsu don – doesn’t get much better! I like to serve my katsu with some chilli oil for a kick of heat," says Hayden Quinn.

This teriyaki salmon is the ultimate Japanese-inspired midweek meal.

This succulent pork katsudon makes the most of your leftover loaf of bread in the most delicious way. In this classic Japanese recipe, juicy pork cutlets are covered in a flavoursome breadcrumb mix and fried until golden and crunchy. Place on a bed of fluffy, white rice and add a chilli wombok salad for a little kick, and you've got yourself the ultimate weeknight dinner.

This hugely satisfying minimal-waste savoury treat is best enjoyed with plenty of Kewpie!

This quick and easy rice bowl is the perfect midweek dinner option. Ready in a flash, this warm and hearty meal features juicy chicken thigh marinaded in a sweet and tangy mix of Japanese ingredients including sake, dashi and mirin and pan-fried with egg for an added depth of flavour. Serve with sticky sushi rice to soak up all of the sauce and a sprinkle of shallots and togarashi for a fresh crunch.

This crispy Japanese take on fried chicken is a lot easier to make at home than you think!

“I love a runny, fluffy omelette, but they can leave you feeling hungry. This one feels like a real meal with its fried rice filling. It’s perfect to use up any leftover veg from the fridge or freezer and is ready in no time.” – Lucy Nunes

"The spicy miso burnt butter takes this humble bowl of flavoured rice and canned tuna to another level. Mixed with creamy Kewpie and served alongside a bowl of miso soup, it’s comfort food at its best." – Lucy Nunes

“A generous drizzle of Kewpie boosts this dish – the creaminess cuts through the fried pancake, and complements the prawn perfectly," says Hayden.

This easy Japanese marinade is packed with tonnes of umami. See notes for where else you can use the chicken!

This easy sushi roll proves chicken breast is best for a quick snack.

“Open the parcels at the table for the fragrant flourish of billowing steam,” says Colin Fassnidge.

Take your tinned tuna to the next level with this tasty sushi roll.

This spanner crab and crispy rice dish couldn't get much easier, and the delicately balanced flavours will leave everyone impressed.

This classic Japanese dish is an impressive side or light meal.