In these trying times of pandemic-related violence, the Asian community is drawing its strength from its rich and vibrant culture, especially its culinary tradition. From cooking signature foods like Korean barbecue and Chinese hot pot, both of which have origins that date back for centuries, to watching Asian chefs compete on Top Chef, to seeing successful Asian restaurateurs expand their reach, Asian people have found pride in their food for ages and will continue to do so.
Asian cuisine, both traditional and fusion, is so diverse and all so yummy. Many people frequent Asian restaurants for their takeout of choice (and we encourage you to continue to do so!) , but cooking your favorite Asian foods at home is easy and can be a fun experience for you and the whole family. Asian cuisine uses simple cooking methods and familiar ingredients like chicken, pork, ground turkey and rice. There are also healthy tofu recipes that vegetarians can enjoy. Best of all, these simple Asian recipes can even take as little as 30 minutes or less to make.
Because Asian food is endlessly rich and diverse, consider this a beginner’s guide that will ease you into cooking authentic Asian cuisine. A note about the Asian ingredients you’ll see in these recipes: You can find them at your local Asian grocery store or in the Asian aisle of your usual food shopping location. You can also easily buy ingredients online and have them shipped to you. With these cooking tips, you can try easy Asian recipes that include cuisines from Korea, China, Japan, Thailand, Vietnam, the Philippines, India and more. These recipes will show you that Asian food is much more than just rice, noodles and stir-fry. Come and celebrate Asian culture with culinary appreciation.
Feasting At Home
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Tom Kha Gai Soup
This Thai coconut chicken soup can be made on the stove or in an Instant Pot. The tropical flavors of coconut and lime will fill up your kitchen.
This homestyle Chinese dish uses the classic trio of fresh aromatics often used in Cantonese cooking: ginger, garlic and scallion. This mix will have your kitchen smelling absolutely heavenly.
These rice balls, or onigiri, are just about the size of your hand, but they'll fill you up quickly. They're fun to make and can be stuffed with whatever fillings you choose.
If you're looking for a healthy dessert, make this simple and refreshing melon popsicle, which is a homemade version of Korea's popular ie cream brand, Melona.
Healthier substitutions like brown rice, low-sodium soy sauce and only a teaspoon of oil make this homemade fried rice a lighter alternative to restaurant fare.
This Thai turkey burger is a twist on the American classic with a lot of colorful, crunchy veggies thrown into the mix. Pair it with a spicy aioli sauce and you’ve got perfection.
Tender and saucy, this chicken and broccoli recipe is strong competition for restaurant takeout. Be sure to make some rice on the side to mix into this dish.
A popular street food in Seoul, Korean fried chicken contains all the flavors we crave: sweet, sour and spicy. Prepare to have some sticky fingers while eating this addictive dish.
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