New Cookbook 'Just Soak in Oil, Soy Sauce, and Miso: Addictive Infused Seasonings' to be Released June 17

Natsumesha, a publisher of practical, children's, and liberal arts books, will release 'Just Soak in Oil, Soy Sauce, and Miso: Addictive Infused Seasonings' on June 17.

What are 'Shimishimi' (Infused) Seasonings? These seasonings are created simply by chopping ingredients like garlic or ginger and soaking them in oil, soy sauce, or miso. Once made, they can be stored in the refrigerator for anywhere from a week to six months, depending on the seasoning. Because the flavors of the ingredients infuse into the base, they act like a 'dashi' stock, instantly flavoring your cooking. They are easy to make and versatile for stir-fries, stews, soups, salads, and more.

Make Daily Cooking Easier and Tastier This book introduces 12 types of seasoning bases and 132 recipes utilizing them. For example, using 'Garlic Oil Soak,' the book presents 21 recipes including garlic shrimp, microwave-cooked peperoncino, garlic sauce for drool-inducing chicken, and shkmeruli. They can be easily adapted to everyday dishes, making meal preparation a breeze.

About the Author Rie Numazu: Culinary expert, registered dietitian, and chef. She hosts the cooking class 'cook-kai.' With a desire for everyone to enjoy easy and simple daily cooking, she creates numerous inventive recipes.

Bibliographic Information - Title: 'Just Soak in Oil, Soy Sauce, and Miso: Addictive Infused Seasonings' - Author: Rie Numazu - Publisher: Natsumesha - Price: 1,650 JPY (tax included) - Specifications: A5 size / 96 pages / Full color - Release Date: June 17, 2026