Asian Cuisine Recipes

This Chinese hot sauce with garlic, spices, and crisp chili peppers has gained many fans far beyond China, but it can be difficult to find outside of China. Prepare...

Crispy pan-fried noodles originated in Shanghai and the Suzhou region of China. When Shanghainese immigrated to Hong Kong, this dish became very popular there. It is known by several names...

With coconut milk and cilantro, creamed corn takes on a unique Asian flavor and is vegetarian-friendly. Serve it as a side dish or a holiday appetizer that everyone will love, including...

The popular South Korean hot dish pu-dae-jigae (or army solyanka) emerged in the years after the Korean War, when food was scarce and locals made solyanka from processed meat,...

Fried sesame balls are a popular dessert in China, served as dim sum in restaurants and sold by street vendors. The balls are made from rice flour with a sweet filling, rolled in...

Chinese cha siu bao buns filled with spicy pork are traditionally steamed, but this oven-baked version is equally popular. These fluffy, airy buns are filled with pieces of baked...

Pineapple buns (or bo-lo-bao in Cantonese) are a classic Chinese pastry. They can vary in the sweetness of the topping, as well as the shape, size, and softness of the bun. This version features a soft and fluffy...

Chinese steamed bao buns filled with custard are the perfect combination of a warm, fluffy crumb and a sweet, creamy filling. The name "nai wong bao" translates from Cantonese as "milk yellow..."

In this Vietnamese bowl, noodles with fried pork and vegetables are served not in a bowl, but in dense Boston lettuce leaves, which resemble cups and hold the filling well. To speed up...

Japanese milk bread, shokupan, is the perfect white sandwich bread: super soft and fluffy, with a hint of sweetness. This version uses yugong (a type of soy milk bread) as a starter...

In Japan, fried pork cutlet, known as tonkatsu, is enjoyed between thick slices of fluffy milk bread topped with julienned cabbage and tonkatsu sauce. To keep the bread from...

Butter mochi is a popular Hawaiian party treat. Made with Japanese glutinous rice flour and coconut milk, the dessert is loved for its sweet, buttery flavor and dense texture.

"Turon (banana lumpia) is a popular Filipino sweet and crispy fried roll made with dough and filled with jackfruit and saba bananas. When I was little, my grandfather made them with more...

This delicious and comforting Asian dish is perfect for a nutritious weeknight dinner. It's very filling, eaten in minutes, and a hit with both adults and kids. And the croutons...

Asian-style smoked goat necks are one of the best goat recipes. The necks are first marinated in soy sauce with a bouquet of aromatic spices, then smoked for several hours over oak chips. Secondly...

For a delicious chicken satay, the marinade should include salty, sweet, tart, and spicy flavors. Chicken breast strips are marinated in coconut milk with soy sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and...

Try this fresh vegetable salad with an Asian-inspired peanut butter dressing. Firm kale, juicy radishes, cucumber, carrots, and bell peppers pair beautifully with each other and...

Baked broccolini sprigs are served with a sweet and savory sauce made with peanut butter and honey. You can drizzle with Sriracha sauce if desired. Broccolini can be served as an appetizer in...

"Sweet potatoes are a must-have in my diet," says recipe author Jerome Grant. "This delicious root vegetable is rich in nutrients and has a rich flavor. For a sweet potato puree in the..."

Now you can enjoy the rich flavor and aroma of this classic Vietnamese soup much more often, as it's ready in less than an hour. You probably already have the ingredients...

When baked, the eggplant's flavor becomes rich and robust, while a glaze of Korean gochujang paste, honey, and dark sesame oil adds a touch of tang, sweetness, and a nutty note.

Korean gochujang paste beautifully balances the spiciness of butternut squash, which is baked in the oven until tender. Simply toss the paste with olive oil before...

Korean gochujang paste adds the perfect amount of spiciness to these tender meatballs in a delicious Asian glaze. The paste is added to both the meatball mixture and the glaze,...

A spicy sauce made with Korean gochujang paste infuses affordable flank steak with rich flavor. Brush the meat with it, marinate for a few minutes, and grill until...

This Asian dish is a true explosion of flavors in one bowl, and it's ready in minutes. Stir-fry shrimp with celery, cashews, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes, topped with...

Although this stir-fry is clearly inspired by pad thai noodles, it lacks the tamarind that gives the traditional dish its characteristic tartness. Instead, it uses red pepper flakes...

Cook shrimp and broccolini in a light peanut sauce with jalapeño and ginger for a delicious Asian-inspired dinner. The sauce is made with peanut butter. Choose the crunchy version (with...

This peanut sauce with cayenne pepper is great with hot or cold Asian noodles or as a dip for chicken kebabs. With just a few ingredients, the sauce delivers a rich flavor...

This recipe is inspired by Cantonese-style barbecue pork fried rice, which boasts a sweet, slightly smoky flavor. The pork strips are marinated in a savory sauce with a touch of...

Smashed cucumber salad (pai huang gua in Chinese) is a popular side dish in many Chinese restaurants and is often served with Asian dumplings. This refreshing, flavorful salad is seasoned with Chinese...

This crispy chicken gets a double dose of citrus: it's baked on a bed of orange slices to flavor the bird, and topped with a gooey orange glaze that also...

A Coca-Cola marinade gives these thin Korean short ribs incredible flavor and a delicious shine. Marinate them for a couple of hours, then simply grill them. The thickness of the beef short ribs...

This is a lighter version of the traditional Chinese rice cake, baked in the oven instead of steamed. Niangao is usually prepared for holidays, and it's believed that if eaten on...

Serve this refreshing dessert after a hearty dinner. Mango sago with pomelo is believed to have originated in Hong Kong, but it's popular in many Southeast Asian countries. The dessert is traditionally made with...

Give winter vegetables a summery flavor by simmering them in coconut milk with aromatic spices and fresh cilantro. The sweetness of the pumpkin and sweet potato in this recipe perfectly balances the earthy flavor of the shiitake mushrooms...

This beef short rib dish is believed to have originated in Los Angeles, home to a large Korean community, hence the name. Galbi is most often grilled until blackened, but with...

If you're up for experimentation and your taste buds are yearning for new sensations, try this Korean-style pizza with kimchi sauerkraut and fried bacon. Spicy kimchi is used as...

Kimbap are Korean rolls that, unlike Japanese sushi and rolls, don't contain raw fish. Instead, they offer a variety of fillings, providing a burst of vibrant flavors. These rolls are made from a sticky...

Bell Pepper Steak is a Chinese-American stir-fry dish in which tender pieces of beef steak and crisp bell peppers are coated in a savory, slightly sweet sauce. For...

This stir-fry with chicken pieces, sweet and hot peppers, is infused with the stunning flavors of lemongrass, garlic, ginger, cumin, and coriander. Just the right amount of heat and spice, it pairs perfectly with neutral...

This delicious and healthy Asian-inspired salad is rich in fiber and protein. It captivates with its rich textures of juicy kale, radishes, crunchy peanuts, edamame beans, and a delicate vinaigrette.

In Japan, the term teppanyaki refers to seafood cooked on a hot, flat griddle called a teppan. For this recipe, you can use a regular heavy-bottomed frying pan or a wok. Fry...

Teriyaki steak rolls are a popular Japanese dish made from very thin slices of meat wrapped around vegetables. In this recipe, the steak rolls are stuffed with green onions and grilled.

A Japanese tamagoyaki omelet is fried by rolling thin layers of fried eggs into a roll. It's best to use a special rectangular pan called a makiyakinabe, as this will make the omelet easier to roll.

You can make an incredibly flavorful broth for homemade miso soup in minutes. All thanks to a slow cooker! This version of the soup features tender shiitake mushrooms, silken tofu, fresh...

These flavorful (thanks to lemongrass, lime, and ginger) chicken wings are simmered in spiced coconut milk until tender, then deep-fried until golden and crispy. Part coconut...

After a holiday turkey, there are often leftover backs, breast bones, wing parts, and, if the bird was large, some meat. Use these leftovers to make a flavorful...

Kalkusku is a traditional Korean noodle dish served in broth with various additional ingredients. Its name translates as "knife-cut noodles," so in...

This recipe was inspired by the American Chinese-style dish "General Tso's Chicken," but instead of chicken, shrimp are used. They are coated in a batter made from egg whites, cornstarch, and...

Deep-fried turkey captivates not only with its magnificent appearance but also with its flavor: it stays juicy and you don't have to worry about it drying out. Plus, it coats the entire surface...