23 Asian Recipes That Make You Wonder Why You Ever Ordered Out

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Stacked spring rolls on a white plate.
Air Fryer Spring Rolls. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Chicken Karaage

Overhead shot of karaage chicken with noodles on the side.
Chicken Karaage. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Everyone loves my Chicken Karaage. Golden brown, tender and juicy chicken pieces are full of flavor, and extra crispy on the outside.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Karaage

Har Gow

4 har gow shrimp dumplings in a bamboo steamer basket.
Har Gow. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Har Gow is my favorite dim sum dish. These plump Chinese shrimp dumplings have a delicate flavor and equally delicate translucent wrapper. They’re surprisingly easy to make, too, with an easy-to-work-with dough and a simple seasoned shrimp filling.
Get the Recipe: Har Gow

Chicken Tikka Wrap

Low angle shot of 3 filled chicken tikka wraps.
Chicken Tikka Wrap. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Air Fryer Chicken Tikka Wrap is filled with delicious chicken tikka and lots of veggies for an easy and satisfying meal.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Tikka Wrap

Samosa Chaat

Low angle shot of a plate of samosa chaat.
Samosa Chaat. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Samosa Chaat is savory chickpeas with crispy samosa, assorted sweet, spicy, and tangy chutneys, and crunchy and flavorful toppings.
Get the Recipe: Samosa Chaat

Instant Pot Palak Paneer

Overhead shot of palak paneer in a metal serving dish.
Instant Pot Palak Paneer. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Delight in the rich flavors of India with Instant Pot Palak Paneer. Creamy spinach and tender paneer cheese unite harmoniously, capturing the essence of traditional Indian cooking through the convenience of the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Palak Paneer

Tandoori Chicken

A plate of tandoori chicken with a side dish of cooked rice, shot from a low angle.
Tandoori Chicken. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This tandoori chicken recipe is full of flavor, and easy, too! You can cook your tandoori chicken in the oven, on the grill, or even in your air fryer.
Get the Recipe: Tandoori Chicken

Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles

Low angle shot of a plate of vegetarian dan dan noodles with broccoli.
Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles defy tradition since the traditional topping for the fiery noodles normally starts with ground pork. But I promise you, this easy meatless version is every bit as addictive.
Get the Recipe: Vegetarian Dan Dan Noodles

Thai Curry Puffs

Thai curry puffs filled with ground chicken, potatoes, peas, onions, garlic and spices are a mouthwatering snack.
Thai Curry Puffs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Easy homemade Thai curry puffs are filled with a mouthwatering mix of ground chicken and potatoes cooked with onions, garlic, and spices in flaky pastry.
Get the Recipe: Thai Curry Puffs

Air Fryer Spring Rolls

Stacked spring rolls on a white plate.
Air Fryer Spring Rolls. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Everything you love about homemade spring rolls without the mess of deep frying! You’re going to love these Air Fryer Spring Rolls—they’re crispy, crunchy, and plump with a savory veggie and pork filling.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Spring Rolls

Indian Frankies

Hand holding a frankie roll with two more rolls in the background.
Indian Frankies. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Indian Frankies are a street food favorite, packing vibrant spices and tender meat into a handy wrap. They’re perfect for on-the-go eating and full of flavor.
Get the Recipe: Indian Frankies

Thai Chicken Curry

Low angle shot of a blue and white striped bowl filled with Thai chicken curry.
Thai Chicken Curry. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This Thai Chicken Curry is so good! I love how easy it is to make and that you can use whatever veggies you have on hand! It’s so delicious and can be made either on the stovetop or in the Instant Pot.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Curry

Mulligatawny Soup

Bowl of mulligatawny soup with a hand lifting a spoonful of soup.
Mulligatawny Soup. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

This delicious Instant Pot Mulligatawny Soup is perfect to make on a Sunday so that you can have leftovers to eat for lunch all week. It is made with lentils, apples, curry powder, and coconut milk. It’s so easy to make!
Get the Recipe: Mulligatawny Soup

Air Fryer Pork Belly

Stack of air fryer pork belly strips in hoisin glaze.
Air Fryer Pork Belly. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Pork Belly is crispy on the outside and tender and flavorful inside. This version is coated in a sweet-savory hoisin glaze that caramelizes as the pork belly is air fried. You will not be able to stop eating it, it’s that good!
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Pork Belly

Thai Fried Rice

Overhead shot of Thai fried rice in a white bowl with a skillet of fried rice on the side.
Thai Fried Rice. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Pineapple Fried Rice or Khao Pad is quick and easy to make, with pineapple, chicken eggs, vegetables, and cashews and seasoned with Thai fish sauce.
Get the Recipe: Thai Fried Rice

Pork Belly Banh Mi

3 pork belly banh mi on a white platter with limes and pickled veg in the background.
Pork Belly Banh Mi. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Pork Belly Banh Mi is a recipe that takes many of the best things in life and packs them into a single, mind-blowingly delicious sandwich.
Get the Recipe: Pork Belly Banh Mi

Air Fryer Wontons

Air fryer wontons on a plate with dipping sauce.
Air Fryer Wontons. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Air Fryer Wontons are crispy, delicious, and totally addictive. They’re filled with a savory mix of shrimp and pork that is perfectly seasoned.
Get the Recipe: Air Fryer Wontons

Miso Glazed Salmon

Miso glazed salmon on a plate with rice and spinach.
Miso Glazed Salmon. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Miso Glazed Salmon for Two is perfect for Valentine’s Day. It only has a few ingredients but is big on taste.
Get the Recipe: Miso Glazed Salmon

Soy Sauce Eggs

Soy sauce eggs on a white plate garnished with scallions.
Soy Sauce Eggs. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Soy Sauce Eggs, perfectly cooked “ramen eggs” marinated in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and ginger, are an essential topper for a bowl of ramen. They also make a great snack on their own.
Get the Recipe: Soy Sauce Eggs

Butter Garlic Naan

Low angle shot of a pile of garlic butter naan on a plate.
Butter Garlic Naan. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Buttery Garlic Naan Bread is pillowy soft, chewy with crispy edges, and full of flavor. It’s perfect for sopping up curry sauces!
Get the Recipe: Butter Garlic Naan

Miso Caramel

Brownies and ice cream with miso caramel being drizzled over the top.
Miso Caramel. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Miso Caramel is the perfect combo of salty, sweet, and umami flavors. You’ll want to put it on everything from ice cream to brownies.
Get the Recipe: Miso Caramel

Onigiri

Two pieces of onigiri on a plate with chopsticks.
Onigiri. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Onigiri, Japanese rice triangles or Japanese rice balls with savory fillings, are great to eat on the go. This onigiri recipe provides an easy step-by-step guide for how to make onigiri rice balls at home.
Get the Recipe: Onigiri

Chicken Egg Foo Young

Chicken egg foo young on top of rice on a white plate.
Chicken Egg Foo Young. Photo credit: Eggs All Ways.

Chicken Egg Foo Young is a savory, omelet-style dish with juicy chicken, perfect for a filling meal. It combines eggs and vegetables in a deliciously light pancake.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Egg Foo Young

Thai Chicken Satay

Overhead shot of thai chicken satay on a black plate with peanut sauce on the side.
Thai Chicken Satay. Photo credit: All Ways Delicious.

Thai Satay Chicken is loaded with authentic flavors like turmeric, lemongrass, chiles, and fish sauce. A rich and spicy Thai Peanut Sauce is perfect for dipping.
Get the Recipe: Thai Chicken Satay

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