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The Best Episodes of Dining with the Chef Season 15

Every episode of Dining with the Chef Season 15 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Dining with the Chef Season 15!

Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito and Rika, present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 1 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Fukusa-sushi
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    Chef Saito introduces a dish often served on special occasions: fukusa-sushi. It's a visually appealing sushi, made by wrapping colorful ingredients and vinegared rice in a thin omelet.

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  2. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 2 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Pork Ginger
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    Chef Saito introduces two classic Japanese dishes often served in Japanese homes: pork ginger and sunomono. You can enjoy the taste of Japanese home cooking, wherever you are!

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  3. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 3 - Rika's Tokyo Cuisine: Soupless Miso Pork Ramen
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    Chef Rika introduces a unique, healthy style of Japanese ramen. Have a go at making soupless miso pork ramen, topped with miso-seasoned ground pork and plenty of vegetables.

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  4. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 4 - Rika's Tokyo Cuisine: Gyudon Beef Bowl
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    Bring home the taste of Japan with Chef Rika's Gyudon Beef Bowl, a comforting classic. Tender beef and sweet onion is simmered in an umami-rich sauce, and served over steaming rice.

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  5. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 5 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Crispy Panko-Breaded Kobujime Chicken
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    Discover the essence of kombu, a cornerstone of Japanese cuisine. Chef Saito demonstrates how to craft umami-rich dashi, plus crispy and flavorful fried chicken, wrapped in kombu.

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  6. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 6 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Swordfish Yuan-yaki
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    Prepare swordfish in a classic Japanese style: yuan-yaki. Chef Saito shares marinating techniques and introduces a comforting ochazuke as a delicious variation.

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  7. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 7 - Rika's Tokyo Cuisine: Chicken Tsukune Rice Burger
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    Chef Rika shares modern Japanese flavors: a juicy chicken tsukune rice burger, and sweet-and-savory bell pepper kimpira—fresh twists on classic dishes that you'll want to try at home.

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  8. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 8 - Rika's Tokyo Cuisine: Soki Soba
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    From the southern islands of Okinawa comes a beloved comfort food. Chef Rika shows how to make soki soba—a warm, delicious bowl of island flavor with tender pork ribs and savory bonito broth.

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  9. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 9 - Master Chef's Class: Chef Kuwakino's Sansai Tempura
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    Join Harry Sugiyama and Chef Kuwakino for a showcase of Niigata's natural bounty. Simple techniques bring out the fresh flavors of sansai—Japan's wild mountain vegetables.

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  10. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 10 - Master Chef's Class: Chef Kuwakino's Beer-fermented Nukazuke
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    S15:E10

    Join Harry Sugiyama and Chef Kuwakino for a masterclass on Niigata's traditional cuisine, featuring simple, delicious dishes that perfectly complement the region's celebrated rice.

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  11. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 11 - Master Chef's Class: Chef Hayashi's Universal Dashi
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    S15:E11

    Join Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi for a new approach to making dashi, using ingredients available anywhere. You'll also learn to make oyakodon, a classic Japanese comfort food.

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  12. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 12 - Master Chef's Class: Kimizushi—A Rare, Traditional Sushi
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    S15:E12

    Join Harry Sugiyama and Chef Hayashi to learn about a unique, time-honored sushi style featuring yam and eggs instead of rice. They introduce the traditional method, and a simplified version.

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  13. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 13 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Mirin Soy Sauce-Glazed Chicken Wings
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    Beat the summer heat with Japanese home cooking! Chef Saito makes juicy chicken wings, glazed with mirin and soy sauce, and serves them with a refreshing zucchini salad. Easy, tasty, and satisfying.

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  14. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 14 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Horse Mackerel Sanga-yaki
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    S15:E14

    Discover the rich flavors of sanga-yaki, a traditional fisherman's dish made with freshly minced horse mackerel. Chef Saito also makes a delicate fish ball soup. Both dishes are ideal with rice.

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  15. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 15 - Rika's Tokyo Cuisine: Hand-rolled Sushi
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    S15:E15

    Chef Rika shares a gorgeous, yet easy-to-make platter that's perfect for a house party: hand-rolled sushi. Following her simple techniques, you can create your own tasty sushi at home.

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  16. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 16 - Authentic Japanese Cooking: Salmon and Mushroom Rice
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    Celebrate autumn with a Japanese favorite, takikomi gohan! Made with seasonal salmon and mushrooms, this colourful and bountiful mixed rice captures the beauty of the autumn mountains.

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  17. Dining with the Chef Season 15 Episode 17 - Rika's Tokyo Cuisine: Miso-grilled Pork
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    Chef Rika showcases the magic of miso with grilled pork. Spread umami-rich miso sauce over the pork, and cook until golden brown. Serve with a salad and a tuna dressing for a satisfying meal.

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Season 15 Ratings Summary

"Authentic Japanese Cooking: Fukusa-sushi" is the best rated episode of "Dining with the Chef" season 15. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 4/7/2026. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Authentic Japanese Cooking: Pork Ginger".