Articles filed under Asian
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Skip the takeout: Three recipes for when you’re short on time but craving sweet, savory favesSep 09, 2026 5:52 am - Takeout might feel like the perfect answer to a busy night until you remember you have to decide what to order, place the order, and wait for it to arrive. Biz Velatini’s Crispy Orange Tofu, Asian Meatballs and Chicken Katsu bring those same restaurant flavors to your own kitchen without turning dinner into a whole production.
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The versatility of tofu: Rich dessert or savory main, this protein powerhouse can do it allMay 13, 2026 5:45 am - Tofu has come a long way from being seen as just a substitute ingredient. These three recipes — a creamy silken tofu chocolate pudding, a comforting tofu masala, and a crispy salt and pepper tofu stir fry — highlight just how adaptable it can be.
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How one pantry ingredient can transform a soup into a filling mealApr 24, 2026 9:25 am - Made with savory-sweet tomatoes and fluffy eggs, this substantial, brothy soup shares the same key ingredients as a classic Chinese stir-fry. With just a little flour and water, it’s a reliable way of turning whatever bits and bobs you have on hand into a satisfying meal.
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Cook smarter not harder: Simple recipes that work overtimeApr 09, 2026 2:59 pm - Some weeks call for ambitious cooking projects, but most call for smart ones — the kind that save time, stretch your grocery budget and make mealtime feel less chaotic. This trio of recipes — Lazy Pork Wontons for One, Oven-Roasted Pork Shoulder and Instant Pot Refried Beans — show how simple, satisfying staples can work harder for you.
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This sticky rice recipe riffs on a dim sum classicMar 17, 2026 5:15 am - With with tomato paste and bacon, this riff on lo mai gai from “The Chinese Way” by Betty Liu is reminiscent of paella, but with the sticky-chewy texture of sweet glutinous rice.
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Instant exhale: Slow down with warm, rich, aromatic butter lamb meatballsFeb 25, 2026 5:53 am - There’s something about a buttery, spice-forward sauce that feels like an instant exhale. Warm, rich and deeply aromatic, it has a way of slowing everyone down at the table — which is exactly why these butter lamb meatballs have become a staple in both my home kitchen and with my personal chef clients.
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This tangy, spicy Thai salad is a sensational weeknight dishFeb 24, 2026 5:51 am - Pork laab, sometimes spelled larb, is a meaty Thai salad flavored with fish sauce, lime juice, raw shallot or onion, and herbs. This version is inspired by the elements Nashville-based chef Arnold Myint says are essential to the classic dish, including cilantro, mint, lemongrass and khao khua, ground toasted rice you can make at home.
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This dan dan noodle salad will make you want to linger at the tableFeb 17, 2026 5:42 am - This vegetarian version of dan dan noodles transforms the fiery Sichuan dish typically made with meat into a vegetable-forward salad. Adapted from “Linger” by cookbook author Hetty Lui McKinnon, the recipe takes no more than 30 minutes to put together thanks to fresh or frozen ramen noodles and a speedy dressing.
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Instant ramen is a pantry superhero that can turbocharge your cookingOct 01, 2025 5:50 am - This upgrade to instant ramen is inspired by Mexican stewed beans and requires only a handful of ingredients. It’s “an excellent canvas for a wide range of garnishes, allowing you to take it in numerous directions based on whatever you have on hand,” writes Peter J. Kim in his “Instant Ramen Kitchen” cookbook.
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Gochujang is the savory, spicy key to this easy eggplant stir-frySep 16, 2025 4:45 am - The fermented soybean and chile paste gochujang adds funky spice to this simple eggplant stir-fry flavored with garlic and ginger. Toasted sesame oil and rice vinegar add nutty depth and a touch of acidity to perk up the entire dish. Serve with steamed rice for a quick meal.
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