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Asian Cuisine

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recipe for mexican beef stir-fry

Mexican Beef Stir-Fry

Think of this recipe as stir-fried fajitas! Your typical beef fajitas are served Asian-style instead of on tortillas

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese scallop stir fry

Chinese Scallop Stir Fry

Bay scallops are stir-fried with fresh mushrooms, bell pepper, green onion, snow peas, and water chestnuts and served over rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese chicken salad dressing

Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing

Add a burst of refreshing flavor to your chicken salad. This easy-to-make dressing combines the perfect blend of sweet and tangy elements.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours


recipe for chinese roast chicken with bean sprouts and snow peas

Chinese Roast Chicken with Bean Sprouts and Snow Peas

Made with five spice powder, ginger, garlic, white pepper, black pepper, cayenne, olive oil, snow peas, bean sprouts

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for st. louis vegetable fried rice

St. Louis Vegetable Fried Rice

A pretty traditional style fried rice recipe with the addition of either rice wine or sherry in the sauce mixture.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

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recipe for chinese scrambled eggs

Chinese Scrambled Eggs

Made with sour cream, chives, eggs, soy sauce, salt, vegetable oil, black or white pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for asian pork and noodle stir-fry

Asian Pork And Noodle Stir-Fry

Lean pork is combined with rice noodles and cabbage for a quick and flavorful stir-fry dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat benihana's fried rice

Copycat Benihana's Fried Rice

Make your own copycat version of the famous fried rice at Benihana's. It's quick and easy to prepare, and even has tips on how to make it in advance.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for egg foo yung

Egg Foo Yung

Egg foo yung is very popular egg-based dish in Chinese-American cuisine. It can be served as a main dish or as a side dish. It is often served with rice and soy sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese garlic sauce

Chinese Garlic Sauce

Garlic and ginger are always a good call when it comes to Asian cuisine. Use this garlic sauce to spice up all sorts of creations. If you like your sauces extra thick, just whisk...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for fried vegetarian spring rolls (cha gio chay)

Fried Vegetarian Spring Rolls (Cha Gio Chay)

The perfect appetizer for a homemade Asian feast. Spring rolls stuffed with noodles, mushrooms, and all manner of other good stuff are fried until crispy.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for jian dui (chinese sesame balls filled with red bean paste)

Jian Dui (Chinese Sesame Balls Filled With Red Bean Paste)

These popular Chinese pastries can be filled with red bean paste, lotus paste, or sweet black bean paste before frying.

Method:   deep fryer
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for japanese shrimp sauce

Japanese Shrimp Sauce

It's called shrimp sauce, but don't limit yourself to that. This glorious Japanese mayo sauce is fantastic on all manner of stir-fried meats and veggies.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for stir-fried scallops and vegetables

Stir-Fried Scallops And Vegetables

Scallops are quick-cooking so they work well in stir fries. Add broccoli, carrots, baby corn, and snow peas in a teriyaki sauce and you have a delicious dinner.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat pearl of the orient's young chow fried rice

Copycat Pearl Of The Orient's Young Chow Fried Rice

This recipe is a great copycat of the restaurant's Young Chow Fried Rice. It calls for shrimp, ham, and shredded barbecued pork which is the...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for vietnamese fried banana

Vietnamese Fried Banana

These Vietnamese banana slices are batter-fried for a crispy exterior and finished off in a flaming pan of rum. Is it even necessary to mention they're amazing with a scoop of...

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for cold chinese noodles in peanut sesame sauce

Cold Chinese Noodles in Peanut Sesame Sauce

Cold noodles with spicy peanut dressing make for an absolute treat. Sesame oil, ginger and soy sauce give the peanut sauce a rich, irresistible asian flair.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours


recipe for japanese teriyaki chicken

Japanese Teriyaki Chicken

Made with green onions, ground ginger, chicken, soy sauce, Mirin, garlic, brown sugar, ginger root


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chunky thai peanut sauce

Chunky Thai Peanut Sauce

Perfect sauce for dipping or tossing with stir-fried noodles or vegetables. Use dark or low sodium soy sauce for a less salty version.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy thai salsa

Spicy Thai Salsa

Unmistakably Thai ingredients like fish sauce and shrimp paste give this salsa a unique spin, and make it a sensational choice for fusion food like spicy Thai tacos topped with...

Method:   oven
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for ground beef fried rice

Ground Beef Fried Rice

Ground beef is a popular addition to fried rice because it is quick cooking and adds a lot of flavor. This hearty fried rice recipe makes a great main dish meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for chinese pork buns (cha siu bao)

Chinese Pork Buns (Cha Siu Bao)

Make some classic pork bao buns right at home. Grilled, marinated pork stirred with Asian seasonings inside a fluffy steamed bun is your ticket to dim-sum in your...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for shrimp in sake-garlic sauce

Shrimp in Sake-Garlic Sauce

This easy-to-make recipe features succulent shrimp cooked in a savory and fragrant sauce of sake, garlic, and butter. Perfect for a quick dinner or a fancy meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for korean bean sprouts

Korean Bean Sprouts

A classic Korean side dish that can be served hot or cold. Perfectly cooked, tender-crisp sprouts are mixed with salty, savory seasonings for an unforgettable flavor experience.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for goi cuon (vietnamese salad rolls)

Goi Cuon (Vietnamese Salad Rolls)

Deliciously delicate Vietnamese salad rolls with not one but two dipping options. Rice paper wrapped noodles, shrimp, and carrots pair well with either choice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   1-2 hours

recipe for easy chicken stir-fry teriyaki

Easy Chicken Stir-Fry Teriyaki

A great way to use up leftover chicken, this tasty dinner is ready in mere minutes and with easy to prepare ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat bangkok thai's lemongrass chicken stir-fry

Copycat Bangkok Thai's Lemongrass Chicken Stir-Fry

Made with canola or soy oil, garlic, boneless chicken breast, Thai chile, fresh lemongrass, coconut milk, palm sugar or granulated sugar, fish sauce...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat p.f. chang's lemon pepper shrimp

Copycat P.F. Chang's Lemon Pepper Shrimp

Made with soy sauce, ketchup, garlic, shrimp, cornstarch or potato starch, canola oil, lemon, vegetables, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for spicy asian peanut sauce

Spicy Asian Peanut Sauce

This recipe is a spicy peanut sauce that can be used in many different dishes. It's great for dipping finger foods such as spring rolls, wontons, and pot stickers, or drizzling...


Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for korean bbq sauce

Korean BBQ Sauce

Use this Asian-style sauce on beef, pork, or chicken. Works well as a marinade or baste while grilling.


Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for saucy seafood stir-fry

Saucy Seafood Stir-Fry

Shrimp and scallops are stir fried with broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, bell peppers and a secret sauce.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for thai-style spicy shrimp and noodles

Thai-Style Spicy Shrimp And Noodles

This noodle dish is loaded with fresh Thai flavors. Coconut milk cools down the hot chili paste for a sensational sauce to cover the shrimp and stir-fried veggies.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for our easiest asian-style beef

Our Easiest Asian-Style Beef

Talk about technique. This skirt steak is marinated, broiled, and quickly tossed back into the marinade reduction for a double dip of the mouthwatering Asian flavors.

Method:   stovetop, oven
Time:   over 5 hours

recipe for korean meatballs

Korean Meatballs

Korean meatballs are a delicious and easy way to get your Asian food fix. These little meaty balls of goodness are perfect for a party or a quick and tasty weeknight meal.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ground beef egg rolls with thick sweet and sour sauce

Ground Beef Egg Rolls With Thick Sweet And Sour Sauce

Looking for a hearty egg roll? These are filled with ground beef, bean sprouts, onion, and carrots and served with a homemade sweet and sour sauce.

Method:   deep fryer, stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes


recipe for chicken and broccoli stirfry

Chicken and Broccoli Stirfry

Made with red bell pepper, green onions, chicken stock, boneless, skinless chicken breast halves, soy sauce, cornstarch, oyster sauce, sesame oil, vegetable oil, chili...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for sesame chicken

Sesame Chicken

Made with oil, chives, flour, black pepper, boneless chicken breasts, soy sauce, sugar, sesame oil, sesame seeds

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for shrimp & pasta stir fry

Shrimp & Pasta Stir Fry

Tired of plain ol' stir fries? Try this recipe that adds pasta to the dish along with other more traditional stir fry ingredients.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for copycat ho ho's chinese restaurant shrimp chow mein

Copycat Ho Ho's Chinese Restaurant Shrimp Chow Mein

Fresh shrimp is stir fried with bean sprouts, water chestnuts, mushrooms, and bamboo shoots and served with crispy chow mein noodles.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for ginger meatball stir-fry

Ginger Meatball Stir-Fry

Tender meatballs made from ground turkey or chicken are stir fried with shiitake mushrooms and baby bok choy in a flavorful hoisin sauce mixture and served over jasmine rice.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for asian shrimp and noodles

Asian Shrimp And Noodles

If you're craving a takeout-style dish at home and want to add some Asian food to your arsenal, check out this shrimp lo mein. Shrimp joins roasted cashews in a pan of spicy...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for thai shrimp salad

Thai Shrimp Salad

So many fresh flavors. Lemongrass, basil, mint, and spicy red pepper flakes gives that cool and spicy combo that Thai food is so famous for. Serve it hot or cold, you can't go wrong.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for summer vegetable fried rice

Summer Vegetable Fried Rice

Zucchini and yellow squash give this fried rice recipe an extra veggie kick. It also has Canadian bacon instead of the more commonly used ham in fried rice recipes.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for copycat p.f. chang's cellophane noodle salad

Copycat P.F. Chang's Cellophane Noodle Salad

Asian noodle salads are hard to beat for a refreshing lunch. Cellophane noodles tossed in a sesame-chili dressing with shrimp and veggies make a healthy and...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for dim sum (steamed pork and shrimp dumplings)

Dim Sum (Steamed Pork And Shrimp Dumplings)

Pork, shrimp, water chestnuts, and mushrooms make up the filling in these steamed dumplings.

Method:   pressure cooker
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for vietnamese coleslaw with shredded chicken and peanuts

Vietnamese Coleslaw With Shredded Chicken And Peanuts

Made with Thai or serrano chiles, onion, sesame seeds, green cabbage, carrots, fresh cilantro, fresh mint, coriander, black pepper

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for peanut sauce (thai style)

Peanut Sauce (Thai Style)

Thai cuisine is famous for their peanut sauces. It's a unique flavor that adds depth to noodle dishes and makes a great dipping sauce for grilled chicken satay.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes


recipe for chicken and shrimp dumplings with soy dipping sauce

Chicken and Shrimp Dumplings with Soy Dipping Sauce

These chicken and shrimp filled dumplings with a zesty dipping sauce are perfect for an appetizer or entree.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   under 30 minutes

recipe for beef with butternut squash and szechuan pepper

Beef With Butternut Squash And Szechuan Pepper

Beef and butternut isn't as well known as beef and broccoli, but maybe it should be. The deep, savory combo of steak and soy sauce really benefits from...

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes

recipe for chinese squid balls

Chinese Squid Balls

Poached squid with shrimp, garlic, and egg, pan-fried and simmered in chicken stock makes an exotic party food.

Method:   stovetop
Time:   30-60 minutes





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