Chawanmushi, a Japanese half-custard half-flan, treats the humble staples as the lavish ingredients they’ve always been.

Chawanmushi is an elegant, delicate savoury steamed custard often served at Japanese restaurants, but it’s also easy to cook at home. It gets its name because traditionally, the custard mixture ...

Among the delicacies that fall under the heading of mushimono (steamed dishes) in Japanese cuisine, the egg custard called chawanmushi is by far the most popular, especially among children.

Chawanmushi, a traditional Japanese egg custard, is making waves far beyond Asia’s shores in 2025—and for good reason. With ...

One of the highlights of the menu is a chawanmushi, or traditional savory egg custard, infused with truffle dashi. “Some other Japanese restaurants offer some sort of version of the truffle ...