Asian Cuisine Recipes

This tender pork belly in a rich, savory sauce is cooked entirely in the slow cooker and packed with flavors inspired by the classic Chinese dish, pork belly with pickled...

XO sauce is believed to have originated in Hong Kong in the 1980s at the Peninsula Hotel's Spring Moon restaurant. Although its name, "XO" (Extra Old), derives from an expensive, aged cognac, it...

This creamy, sweet Korean appetizer and side dish is traditionally served sizzling straight from the pan or cooked during a Korean barbecue dinner. It's most often prepared using...

This seasoning's unique umami flavor comes from porcini mushroom powder. It keeps well, so mix up a double batch to keep it on hand. You'll be amazed at how it can transform...

Kung Pao spaghetti is one of the most-ordered dishes at the popular American restaurant chain California Pizza Kitchen. This recipe reveals the secret to making Kung Pao spaghetti in just...

Congee, or zhou, is a popular Chinese porridge made from overcooked rice, making it ideal for the slow cooker. There are many variations of congee for breakfast and dim sum, and this version...

Sando, a fruit sandwich commonly eaten as a snack or for breakfast, is believed to have originated in Japan over a century ago. They're sold in bakeries, cafes, and convenience stores, but they're actually...

Green shishito peppers have a mild flavor with a slightly spicy note and are served in Asia as a side dish or appetizer. Shishitos, mixed with brown butter and Parmesan,...

This chow mein variation features chicken pieces stir-fried with spices, shiitake mushrooms, and celery in a rich Asian sauce. The highlight of the dish is the crispy, separately fried noodles. Serve...

A Vietnamese banh mi sandwich is a large, elongated bun filled with Asian-inspired meats and vegetables. This recipe features juicy grilled chicken breast topped with a crisp salad...

This incredibly simple Filipino dish can be made the night before. The chicken is first marinated in a spice mixture with soy sauce and brown sugar, then simmered in the same marinade in a cauldron.

Using store-bought Japanese curry powder, you can prepare a hearty, savory dish in just 20 minutes, perfect for a midweek dinner. No measuring or mixing required...

This Asian grilled vegetable salad will be a hit at your summer grill parties. Boil buckwheat soba noodles and toss them with fried red onion, zucchini, and fresh radish in a...

The main ingredient in this salad is wakame seaweed, rich in iodine and omega-3 fatty acids. For a delicious and healthy vitamin-packed Asian-style salad, combine wakame with fresh vegetables...

This clever recipe layers the traditional Japanese dish of nabe, made with pork and napa cabbage. It's simple, but looks stunning when served straight from the pan. Layers of cabbage and...

This one-pot dinner with rice, vegetables, and meat was inspired by the traditional Korean dish bibimbap, which is cooked in a hot stone pot to create crispy edges on the rice. With this...

This chicken and vegetable stir-fry gets an unexpected tropical twist from pineapple and Asian spices, including ginger. It's quick to prepare and perfect for a delicious dinner at...

Pack your child this healthy brown rice and Asian-inspired vegetable bowl for school. To encourage them to enjoy eating the vegetables, cut out bell pepper shapes. Cookie cutters of various sizes will come in handy here...

Vietnamese pho soup is made with beef ribs, chicken legs, chicken and beef paste, and a whole host of spices and herbs, resulting in a rich and flavorful soup. Served with...

"Wonton soup is a staple of Chinese cuisine. In my recipe, I retained all the traditional flavors, but used store-bought chicken broth and store-bought wonton dough for a quick...

Any dumpling soup is a surefire lunch option the whole family will enjoy, and this wonton soup is even more delicious: each wonton is filled with flavorful pork. For these...

Unlike traditional Korean fried chicken, these wings are fried only once. And their crispy crust is achieved thanks to a cornstarch-infused batter. The finished wings...

These rolls were inspired by the iconic New York bagels with salmon and cream cheese. All those same flavors are now in Asian-inspired roll form! They feature smoked salmon, creamy cream cheese, and...

"This Filipino version of Spanish paella is a regular staple in my family's cooking schedule for holidays and other get-togethers," says recipe author Maya Ferrante, "and it's certainly quite easy..."

Cooked quinoa and millet are tossed with sautéed shiitake mushrooms, corn, and fresh herbs in a lemon-olive oil dressing. This makes a healthy whole-grain side dish for meat.

This delicate Japanese-style dipping sauce is made with white cannellini beans and soft tofu, while miso paste, green onions, and soy sauce infuse it with a rich flavor profile. Perfect as an appetizer for...

Think granola can only be sweet and topped with dried fruit? One spoonful of this Asian-inspired, umami-flavored granola will make you a lifelong fan of savory granola. Besides the oats,...

Make delicious Japanese-style sandwiches with grilled salmon, miso, wasabi, and sesame seeds. Serve the salmon on toasted buns topped with avocado mayo, spiced with zesty watercress, and...

Chicken wings in a sticky Asian glaze are the perfect pairing with beer. The best part about this recipe is that the wings are baked in the oven rather than fried, resulting in a less greasy finish. Marinate them in...

This salad gets its amazing flavor from a dressing made from coconut milk, brown sugar, and fish sauce. Rub the pork tenderloin with the same dressing before grilling. Slice the cooked meat thin, just like...

This hearty Asian-inspired bowl is a perfectly balanced, complete meal with healthy carbs, fiber, and protein. It's also delicious. Brown rice is served with stir-fried napa cabbage,...

Airy steamed buns and homemade Chinese char siu pork are the perfect combination of a sweet, tender crumb and a savory filling. You can make the buns plain and serve them for dinner...

Singapore-style mei fun is a classic noodle dish served in Chinese restaurants around the world. However, it doesn't originate in Singapore, and many Singaporeans have never even heard of it. The dish...

Inspired by Chinese sesame noodles, this recipe uses Japanese buckwheat soba instead of fresh wheat noodles, topped with a savory peanut sauce. Edamame beans, chopped...

This luscious Asian-inspired coleslaw is made with dark sesame oil, honey, soy sauce, and white miso paste, which infuses it with umami flavor. A perfect side dish for...

Hong Kong-style mango pudding is a dessert often overlooked in dim sum restaurants. Perfectly silky and smooth, this pudding is made with ripe, fresh mangoes, which impart...

In Hong Kong, you'll find toast with condensed milk and peanut butter on the menu of any cha chan taeng (tea house). It's served not only for breakfast but throughout the day. Warm, sweet and salty...

Stir-fried sticky rice with Chinese sausage (or lo mai fen in Cantonese) is a popular dim sum dish made with sweet Chinese sausage (lap cheong), shiitake mushrooms, and dried shrimp,...

Smashed cucumber salad (or pai huang gua) is a staple side dish in many Chinese restaurants. It's typically made with cucumbers dressed with black vinegar, soy sauce, garlic, and seeds...

Tofu pudding (also known as dou fu hua) has a light, fresh flavor and an incredibly soft texture—softer than silken tofu! It's a great complement to any palate, from...

Caramelized Chinese Sweet Potato is a popular restaurant dessert featuring tender, deep-fried sweet potato pieces coated in golden-brown caramel. As the caramel cools, it...

Soba noodles (also ramen), soy sauce, sesame, and ginger are all common ingredients in Japanese cuisine, but this slow-cooker pork dish draws inspiration from a variety of cuisines around the world.

With a clever combination of Japanese staples—soba noodles, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha sauce—this shrimp and edamame stir-fry is...

This delicious and healthy Asian dish is packed with protein and fiber. Buckwheat soba noodles are cooked with shiitake mushrooms and edamame (unripe soybeans), while fresh herbs and a few...

This Asian-inspired soba buckwheat noodle soup will captivate everyone with its rich flavor and aroma, which comes from the combination of shiitake mushrooms, smoked trout, soy sauce, fresh ginger, and...

Tender salmon fillet, vegetables, and buckwheat soba noodles in a fragrant mushroom broth are just the thing to warm you up on a chilly day and enjoy the flavors of Asian cuisine. Cook the fish in the broth at...

This quick dish, inspired by Chinese hot pot, involves pouring simmering broth over very thin slices of beef and cooking them directly in serving bowls. Rice adds a rich, creamy flavor to the dish.

Tonkatsu is one of the most popular dishes in Japan. It's deep-fried pork cutlets. They're typically served with a store-bought sauce (usually BullDog), but it can be easily and quickly made at home. To...

Chicken breast pieces for this salad are poached in a peanut butter broth, infusing it with a pleasant nutty flavor. The delicious broth then becomes the base for the Asian-inspired salad dressing...

This quick shrimp marinade is a simplified version of the popular Vietnamese nuoc mam cham sauce, a blend of Asian fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, and chili pepper. Instead of fresh...