35 Easy Asian Recipes Nobody Will Be Able to Resist

If you’re passionate about Asian food, you’re in for a treat with these delicious Asian recipes. Whether you’re a fan of Thai curries, Chinese stir-fries, or noodles, I’ve got the perfect dishes to inspire your next meal. 

These healthy Asian food recipes are not only easy to make but also authentic, ensuring that your lunch or dinner is a hit every time.

These yummy recipes are packed with flavors that will transport your taste buds straight to Asia. So grab your chopsticks and let’s get cooking!

1. Sesame Garlic Ramen Noodles

With this recipe you’ll have a 10 minute quick homemade dinner in an instant. Ramen noodles coated in a delicious sesame garlic flavored sauce.

2. Vegetable Panang Curry

This vegan panang curry is bursting with flavor! Made with pan-fried tofu, peppers and potatoes in a creamy coconut peanut butter curry sauce, it’s absolutely delicious so easy to make

3. Coconut Peanut Mochi (lo mai chi)

These coconut peanut mochi are made from only 5 key ingredients. They’re delightfully soft, chewy and contain a sweet crumbly peanut filling.

4. Chicken Yakitori Recipe

Yakitori is a traditional Japanese dish featuring grilled chicken skewers, expertly glazed with a mouthwatering sweet and savory homemade sauce. Often enjoyed with drinks at bars in Japan, chicken yakitori makes for a quick and easy appetizer, snack, or dinner, bringing authentic Japanese flavors right to your table.

5. Thai Glass Noodle Salad With Peanut Dressing

Light and easy Thai Shrimp Noodle Salad with Peanut Dressing and veggies- the perfect summer weeknight meal!

6. Lumpia Recipe (Filipino Spring Rolls)

Crunchy, and super delicious Filipino spring rolls called lumpia. They are a mixture of ground pork and beef, veggies, and seasonings wrapped in a thin pastry and then fried to crispy golden brown perfection.

7. Vietnamese Fresh Spring Rolls With Shrimp + Peanut Sauce

These easily customizable Vietnamese fresh spring rolls are easier to make than you think! A portable dish that’s cool & refreshing – perfect for summer.

8. Ground Pork Stir Fry

This 30 minute recipe needs just one pan and has all you need for a complete Chinese-inspired meal. Ground Pork Stir Fry uses a lean inexpensive cut of meat & a bunch of veggies for a family-friendly dinner everyone will love.

9. Juicy Steamed Chicken Dumplings

Here’s how to make the best steamed chicken dumplings from scratch, with a succulent, flavorful chicken filling that doesn’t dry out. Use homemade or store-bought dumpling wrappers for convenience.

10. Bun Cha Recipe

This recipe for bun cha is a Vietnamese classic! Made with juicy grilled lemongrass pork meatballs over a bed of rice noodles with fresh herbs, crispy veggies, and a savory, spicy, citrus nuac cham dipping sauce. I tried this typical dish on my trip to Vietnam and loved it!

11. Spicy Thai Beef Noodle Soup

Made with spicy red curry paste, tender strips of beef, noodles, and aromatics, this incredibly flavorful Spicy Thai Beef Noodle Soup is a quick, 30-minute meal that’s perfect for weeknights!

12. Cucumber Kimchi

This Cucumber Kimchi recipe is easy-to-make and bursting with Korean flavors and irresistible crunch! It is the perfect side dish to change up your BBQ menu and the go-to recipe that adds a tantalizing twist to your Asian-inspired dishes.

13. Matcha White Chocolate Brownies

These matcha brownies are chewy, fudgy and packed full of white chocolate chips. They’re easy to make with just a handful of ingredients.

14. Chicken Karaage (Japanese Fried Chicken)

Karaage is a classic Japanese chicken dish that is packed full of flavor because the chicken is marinated first. The chicken is extra super crispy because of the double frying technique!

15. Asian Chicken Salad Recipe With Spicy Asian Dressing

This Asian Chicken Salad is a family favorite in my house! Perfect any time of the year!

16. 5-Minute Asian Sugar Snap Peas

Ready in just 5 easy minutes, this Asian-inspired side dish is terrific warm or chilled. And chilled, it rewarms great for meal prep, too!

17. Garlic Ginger Asian Tofu Marinade

This garlic ginger Asian-style marinated tofu recipe is fabulous served as a side or added to a dish. Sliced tofu is soaked in a garlicky ginger Asian tofu marinade that’s pan-fried until golden and crispy.

18. Easy Pad Pak (Thai Vegetable Stir-Fry)

This pad pak is a healthy Thai recipe featuring crisp veggies and a delicious stir-fry sauce! Packed with salty, sweet, and umami flavors, it elevates this simple side dish to the next level and can be ready in just 30 minutes!

19. Vegetable Instant Pot Fried Rice Recipe

Make fried rice right in your pressure cooker with this easy Instant Pot vegetable fried rice. Here is how to make it!

20. Shrimp Sushi Bowls

Shrimp Sushi Bowls are a fast and easy way to enjoy all the delicious flavors and textures of sushi without the hassle of making rolls.

21. Crispy Kung Pao Chicken

Craving Chinese food but don’t want to order takeout? We’ve got you covered! Make this easy, restaurant-quality Kung Pao Chicken at home in less time than it takes for delivery to arrive, and for half the price!

22. Asian Carrot Salad

This raw Asian carrot salad with oranges and coriander makes a great side dish or meal that is healthy, refreshing, and nutritious.

23. Silken Tofu Recipe With Fried Garlic And Black Beans

A simple cold silken tofu recipe elevated with a savory sauce, fried garlic, fermented black beans, and topped with pickled cucumber. It is truly one of the easiest Chinese tofu side dishes you can prepare that i absolutely moreish!

24. Easy Miso Soup (Japanese Clear Soup)

The Easy Miso Soup (Japanese Clear Soup) recipe is a perfect option for a nutritious, umami-packed, and savory vegan lunch. It’s comforting, healthy, and ready in just 15 minutes!

25. Dragon Chicken with Sesame Rice

Crispy chicken in a fiery sauce with peppers and onions, served with simple, delicious sesame rice

26. Chinese Chicken Salad

Chinese chicken salad is made with crunchy cabbage, bean sprouts, carrot, green onions and cubes of chicken that is tossed in simple Asian dressing. Toasted peanuts and crispy noodles are a bonus!

27. Filipino Chicken Adobo Recipe

Filipino chicken adobo is tangy, savory, and so easy to make! This gluten-free version substitutes tamari for soy sauce and infuses tender chicken with an incredible flavor.

28. Vietnamese Chicken Salad (Goi Ga)

This crispy, zesty Vietnamese Chicken Salad features tender chicken, crisp cabbage, fragrant herbs, and lively pickled veggies. Ideal for hot summer days, it is a great way to repurpose leftover roasted chicken.

29. Thai Sweet Chili Lime Sauce Recipe

Thai sweet chili sauce is a blend of sweet, spicy hot flavors. I use this sauce as a dip or as a fried rice enhancer.

30. Gochujang Noodles (Korean one Pan)

This 8-min Gochujang Noodles is an easy Korean One Pan Dinner Recipe. Slightly spicy, savory and sweet, it’s perfect for busy weeknights!

31. Thai Glass Noodle Stir Fry with Egg, Beef & Bean Sprouts

A quick and delicious Thai beef recipe that features vegetables, sprouts and egg will be a favorite in no time!

32. Gluten Free Pad Thai Recipe

You’ll love this simple gluten-free pad thai recipe that captures the authentic flavors of traditional pad thai. Whip it up at home using fresh ingredients like rice noodles, tofu, and a zesty sauce.

33. Thai Grilled Chicken Thighs

These succulent boneless chicken thighs are marinated in a umami filled marinade bursting with Thai flavors! Grilled to perfection, bring all the restaurant flavors home!

34. Asian Cucumber Salad

This Asian Cucumber Salad is tangy and sweet with a little kick! It’s a delicious make-ahead salad to serve with some grilled salmon or shrimp, or just add rice noodles for a yummy, meatless gluten-free meal!

35. Slow Cooker Asian Beef Short Ribs

These Crock Pot Asian Beef Short Ribs Recipe feature a sweet and savory sticky sauce for a bold and delicious main dish. Serve with your choice of steamed rice, mashed potatoes, or noodles to soak up the yummy sauce for an unforgettable meal.

With these easy and authentic Asian recipes, your lunch and dinner plans just got a whole lot more exciting. Dive into the flavors of Asia and enjoy cooking up these healthy, yummy dishes. 

Happy cooking!