# Easy Meal Prep, the Japanese Way

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Podcast: [The Dinner Plan](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-dinner-plan-7020485)
Published: 2026-06-22T10:16:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thedinnerplan.substack.com/p/tadashi-ono-harris-salat
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## Resource

A traditional Japanese meal highlights a range of flavors and cooking methods, but that doesn't have to mean a ton of weeknight cooking. The key, according to cookbook authors Tadashi Ono and Harris Salat, is a common version of meal prep that's highlighted in their new book, Japanese Comfort Cooking . So many sozai—those side dishes that go with your rice—can be made in advance to serve over the course of a few days. In this conversation, Tadashi and Harris share a few favorites that work especially well for meal prep, as well as a handful of quick Japanese recipes that they recommend you add to your repertoire. Get their cookbook recommendation links and a preview of the book over at TheDinnerPlan.Substack.com . ––––––– Thanks to this week's sponsor: Made In Cookware:  Visit madein.cc/dinnerplan  to unlock your discount offer on cookware and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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