You may not always have rice vinegar handy for your cooking, or it might not be your cup of tea. But there are a few good ...

Mirin packs an umami punch. Here's what to know about this Japanese ingredient, from its unique flavor to cooking tips.

Put the lid on the pot and cook for 15 minutes. Turn off the heat, leaving the lid on to allow the rice to steam for another 15 minutes. Put the rice vinegar, mirin, sugar and salt into a small pan ...