26 Best Asian Recipes: Dinner Ideas Everyone Will Love

These delicious recipes from Asia are perfect for every night of the week!
What are you making for dinner tonight? If you need some inspiration or simply want to take a break from reheating leftovers, then you're in the right place. The following collection includes recipes that are either from or are inspired by dishes typically served in Asia. These delicious recipes from Asia include an assortment of flavors and cooking techniques, so you'll definitely never be bored when cooking. Many of these recipes can be ready to eat in under an hour, too, so you don't have to spend too much time preparing a meal. If you would rather not stand over a stove to make a meal, then you'll be pleased to learn that some of the recipes can be made in a slow cooker.
In this collection of 26 Best Asian Recipes: Dinner Ideas Everyone Will Love, you'll find a selection of dishes that include curry, noodles, stir-fry, new takes on your favorite classic take-out dishes, and so much more. Instead of ordering delivery tonight, roll up your sleeves and get cooking with these tasty Asian dinner recipes — you'll be glad you did!
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Asian Recipes for Easy Weeknight Meals

After a long day of work, school, running errands, and completing chores, the last thing you might want to do is make dinner. We get it. Don't call your favorite take-out place just yet, as this selection of Asian recipes includes recipes that are easy to make, and many of the following dishes can be ready to eat within about 30 minutes. From hearty vegetarian dishes to recipes with pork or chicken, these amazingly easy Asian recipes are just what you're looking for when you need to get dinner on the table — and fast. Although these recipes are easy to make, they include plenty of flavor and will quickly become some of your favorite go-to dishes to make when life gets a little too hectic. Try a different recipe every night of the week!
If you're looking for even more easy recipes, then keep reading! This collection of easy Chinese food recipes will be just what you need to keep at your fingertips the next time you want to try a new recipe. Find your next favorite recipe when you take a look at 31+ Easy Chinese Recipes
Asian Recipes with Chicken that are Easy to Make

If you eat meat, then you'll want to add these Asian recipes with chicken to your weekly menu planning. These easy chicken recipes include an assortment of herbs, spices, and vegetables, resulting in meal ideas that you will want to cook again and again for weeknight meals or for casual parties with friends. Are you on the meal prep train yet? Then you'll be pleased to learn that some of these recipes can even be made in advance, then stashed in your freezer in a freezer-safe container to reheat at a later date for a no-fuss meal that's also delicious and home-cooked.
Delicious Beef Recipes from Asia

Add something special to your family meals when you make Asian recipes with beef. From the classic beef short ribs to noodles, this selection of Asian recipes is sure to delight just about anyone in your family. These tasty beef recipes might look complicated, but they're actually not — and some of the recipes even include steps that can be made in advance of when you plan to cook, saving you some time along the way. Hearty and filling, these recipes can be served year-round for just about any occasion, or even no occasion at all. Serve these dishes with your rice or noodles, as well as your favorite vegetables. Dinner is ready!
Fish and Seafood Dinner Ideas to Step up Your Cooking Game

Does your go-to fish meal include frozen fish sticks? If so, then step up your cooking game in a big way when you make these Asian recipes with shrimp and a wide assortment of fish. From frying to baking and even grilling, these dishes will show you how to make fish and seafood recipes in ways that are new to you. Let's be honest, too. You will probably also enjoy the satisfaction in replicating some of your favorite restaurant meals right in the comfort of your own home. When making these recipes, select and use fresh fish and seafood. You won't be disappointed!
Hearty and Filling Vegetarian Recipes from Asia

Whether you haven't eaten meat in a long time (or ever) or simply want to make a few vegetarian recipes, this section is for you. Full of flavor and filling, too, these Asian vegetarian recipes will be the perfect addition to your weekly meal planning. Using lentils, herbs, vegetables, and so much more, these easy vegetarian recipes are both satisfying and filling. Consider making these recipes for a quiet game night at home with friends, or bring a dish or two with you to the next potluck on your social calendar. Serve these dishes with noodles, rice, or flat bread, and you're set!
Are you looking for more vegetarian recipes? We have your back! This collection includes an assortment of recipes that are easy to make, and tasty, too. Don't be surprised if the meat eaters in your friend group ask for seconds! Check out these 30 Easy Vegetarian Dishes
What is your favorite recipe from Asia?
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May 25, 2017
Hi, I'm Megan Horst-Hatch, and I am the editor of Cookstr. Let's get the conversation started! What is your favorite dinner recipe from Asia? I'd say that my favorite recipe would be just about any type of stir-fry. I love serving stir-fry over rice or on flatbread for a delicious meal. What about you? Please share in the comments below!

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