HEALTHY RECIPES COLLECTIONS

Asian-inspired dishes—from quick stir-fries to elegant entertaining menus.

Even though Asian cuisine is home to a dizzying variety of flavors there is at least one common thread that binds them all together—flavor. From the deep, earthy flavors of a Chinese stir-fry to the bright, fresh flavors of a Thai curry, you can guarantee an awakening of your senses. And from a health perspective, using unique blends of herbs and spices means not having to rely on high-fat ingredients for a big flavor impact. Whether you reach for salty, sweet or sour, our favorite healthy Asian-inspired recipes are sure to please any palate.

Main Dishes | Side Dishes | Desserts | Menus | Tips | Articles

Healthy Asian Main Dish Recipes

• Asian Salisbury Steaks with Sauteed Watercress
• Coconut-Lime Chicken & Snow Peas
• Crispy Seitan Stir-Fry
• Grilled Pork Tenderloin Marinated in Spicy Soy Sauce
• Red Curry with Vegetables
• Shrimp & Snow Pea Stir-Fry
  
• Singapore Chile Crab with Spinach
• Southeast Asian Scallops & Greens
• Spicy Beef with Shrimp & Bok Choy
• Sweet & Salty Beef Salad
  
• Sweet & Sour Tofu
  
• Thai Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
  
• Vietnamese Chicken & Noodle Salad
  
• Vietnamese Steak Sandwich
  
• Wasabi Salmon Burgers
  

Healthy Asian Side Dish Recipes

• Broccoli with Black Bean-Garlic Sauce
  
• Cucumber Salad
  
• Ginger Fried Rice
• Quick Kimchi
• Sesame Asparagus
  
• Tropical Cucumber Salad
  

Healthy Asian Dessert Recipes

• Green Tea-Poached Pears with Matcha Cream
  
• Ginger Sorbet
  
• Grilled Pineapple with Coconut Black Sticky Rice
• Iced Lychees

Healthy Asian Menus

Asisan Vegetarian Menu
Crispy Seitan Stir-Fry
Broccoli with Black Bean-Garlic Sauce
Ginger Sorbet

Thai Inspired Menu
Thai Chicken Satay with Spicy Peanut Sauce
Tropical Cucumber Salad
Iced Lychees

Healthy Asian Cooking Tips

• Black bean-garlic sauce is a savory, salty sauce used in Chinese cooking is made from fermented black soybeans, garlic and rice wine. Found in the Asian-food section of large supermarkets or at Asian markets. Use it in stir-fries and marinades for beef, chicken or tofu.
• A blend of chile peppers, garlic, lemongrass and galanga (a rhizome with a flavor similar to ginger), commercial Asian curry paste is a convenient way to add heat and complexity to a recipe. Look for it in small jars or cans in the Asian section of the store. Brands differ in spiciness so use sparingly. Once opened, it will keep in the refrigerator for up to 1 month. Green is the hottest, yellow is the mildest and red is in the middle.

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