Summer Flavors: Must-Try Japanese Dishes to Cool Off This Season
As summer graces us with its warm embrace, it’s the perfect time to indulge in the refreshing and exquisite flavors of Japanese cuisine. Whether you’re a connoisseur of fine dining or simply seeking a delightful culinary experience, Japanese dishes offer a harmonious blend of taste and elegance. Let’s explore some must-try summer dishes, and discover why Himizu in Westminster, CA, is the ideal destination for a casual yet refined dining experience.
1. Chicken Karaage
Begin your culinary journey with our Chicken Karaage. This dish features tender, crispy chicken paired with a sophisticated honey miso mustard and shiso sweet and sour sauce. It's the perfect starter to tantalize your taste buds and set the stage for an unforgettable meal.
2. Uni Butter Escargot
Elevate your dining experience with the luxurious Uni Butter Escargot. Snails are delicately cooked in a rich uni dashi cream, topped with mozzarella, and served with crispy butter baguettes. This dish combines the opulence of fine dining with the comfort of familiar flavors.
3. Japanese Caesar Salad
For a refreshing twist, try our Japanese Caesar Salad. Featuring corn, cotija cheese, togarashi, and a unique yuzu chipotle aioli, this salad is a delightful fusion of flavors that brings a touch of sophistication to your meal.
4. Himizu's Empanadas
Enjoy a playful yet refined dish with Himizu’s Empanadas. Filled with marinated beef and shisochurri, topped with cotija cheese, these empanadas offer a delightful blend of textures and tastes that are sure to impress.
5. Yuzu Garlic Wings
Indulge in the zesty and aromatic Yuzu Garlic Wings. Coated in a lemon yuzu garlic sauce and garnished with chives, these wings are perfect for those who appreciate a balance of bold and subtle flavors.
6. Lemon Miso Soup
Our Lemon Miso Soup is a light and refreshing option that’s perfect for a summer evening. With dashi soy, eggs, and shio negi, this soup offers a comforting yet sophisticated taste that soothes the soul.
7. Mentaiko Truffle Fries
Delight in the crispiness of Mentaiko Truffle Fries. These fries are tossed with truffle parmesan, nori, and served with mentaiko aioli, creating a perfect harmony of savory and umami flavors.
8. Corn Cheese
Indulge in the creamy richness of Corn Cheese. Made with a medley of peppers, mozzarella cheese, and dashi cream, this dish is both comforting and indulgent, perfect for a summer treat.
9. Honey Cucumber Truffle
For a refreshing and elegant bite, try the Honey Cucumber Truffle. This dish features cucumber truffle ponzu, micro cilantro, and tobiko, offering a light and flavorful experience that’s ideal for warm summer days.
10. Yuzu Cocktail
Cool off with our Yuzu Cocktail. This sophisticated drink features yuzu infused cocktail mignonette and a quail egg, paired with raw Peruvian scallops. It’s an elegant and refreshing way to elevate your summer dining experience.
11. Scallop Toro
Experience the luxurious Scallop Toro. Combining scallops, toro, crispy onions, masago, and truffle ponzu, this dish offers a rich and satisfying taste that’s perfect for seafood lovers.
12. Sushi Tacos
For a fun and flavorful twist, try our Sushi Tacos. Filled with spicy mayo, eel sauce, seaweed salad, and avocado, these tacos bring a delightful fusion of flavors to your table.
13. Salmon/Tuna Crispy Rice
Savor the crunch and flavor of Salmon/Tuna Crispy Rice. Topped with spicy mayo, eel sauce, seaweed salad, and avocado, these bite-sized treats are perfect for sharing or enjoying on your own.
14. Wagyu Tacos
Indulge in the richness of Wagyu Tacos. Featuring wagyu cooked in yakiniku, topped with yuzu aioli and negi, these tacos provide a luxurious and flavorful experience.
Visit Himizu in Westminster, CA
To experience these exquisite summer Japanese dishes, visit Himizu in Westminster, CA. Our menu is crafted to offer a casual yet refined dining experience, with fresh, high-quality ingredients that capture the essence of Japanese cuisine.
