The Ultimate Creamy Japanese Potato Salad with Savory Chicken Ham
Imagine walking into a bustling izakaya in the heart of Tokyo or a quiet family kitchen in Osaka. Before the main course arrives, there is almost always a small, chilled bowl of what looks like clouds of gold and white, flecked with vibrant greens and pinks. This is Japanese Potato Salad, or potesara. Unlike its American cousin, which often features large, firm cubes of potato swimming in a loose dressing, the Japanese version is a textural masterpiece—semi-mashed, incredibly creamy, and balanced with a distinct umami depth that makes it disappear from the table in minutes. The first time I experienced … Read more
