East Asian
Whole Steamed Fish
The final touch for this dish is a pour of hot oil over the top, providing an additional flash-fry of aromatic flavor as the oil sizzles over the scallions and ginger.
Lion’s Head Big Macs
Lion’s head meatballs are traditionally stewed or steamed in a casserole dish; here they star in the sandwich of my childhood dreams.
Chicken, Fennel, and Apple Guo-Tie
In these chicken dumplings, sweet apple and savory chicken come together, and pickled fennel is the lightly acidic bridge.
Stir-Fried String Beans With Tofu
Other types of plant-based protein, such as tempeh or seitan, can be used in this green bean stir-fry.
Black Bean Sauce
This versatile Chinese black bean sauce adds intense umami to a dish.
Bang Bang King Oyster Mushrooms
These savory, saucy mushrooms are not only an appetizer, but makes a perfect noodle topping too.
Chili Oil
Chili oil is a Chinese pantry staple that's easy to make at home.
Ochazuke (Rice Tea Soup)
Ochazuke (Japanese green tea over rice) is a soup is made with fresh or leftover rice in your rice bowl and green tea; add toppings to make it a full meal.
Ozoni (New Year’s Good Luck Soup)
Ozoni is the first soup of the New Year that Japanese people sip for good luck and good fortune.
Katsu Sando
Everything works so well together, it’s no surprise the katsu sando is becoming hugely popular outside of Japan.
Easy Fried Rice
This easy fried rice recipe—which comes together in just about 30 minutes—is my go-to method for cleaning out the fridge and using up leftover rice.
Peking-Style Chicken
Serve this crispy-skinned, exceptionally moist chicken like you would a Peking duck: with Chinese pancakes, sliced scallions, cucumber, and hoisin sauce.
Make the Crispiest Clay Pot Rice in a Cast-Iron Skillet
This tip from the family behind The Woks of Life means crispier rice, every time.
Hong Kong-Style Crispy Rice Skillet
A thin layer of crispy rice, an array of Chinese cured meats, and a drizzle of sweet, seasoned soy sauce makes this a simple and satisfying weeknight dinner.
These Soft-Boiled Tea Eggs Are the Perfect Anytime Snack
These salty, jammy, marinated eggs hit the spot over rice with braised pork, or with a slice of toast.
Soft-Boiled Tea Eggs
This version of tea eggs features a soft-boiled, slightly oozy center that’s simmered in a comforting blend of oolong tea, soy sauce, and aromatics.
Mabo Don
This Japanese version of mabodofu is cooked with tofu and ground pork, and is significantly less spicy than the Sichuan version.
Sesame Noodles
The magic is all in the sauce.
Braised Winter Squash With Fermented Black Beans
Squash’s natural sweetness shines next to savory fermented black beans.
Vegan Mapo Tofu
Vegan mapo tofu is possible because its essential ingredients are the fermented black beans, chili bean paste, Sichuan peppercorns, and ground red chiles.