Recipes Tagged: Asian

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Quick and Easy Korean Gochujang Sauce	A simple yet flavor-packed gochujang sauce that is both spicy and...	Korean, spicy, sauce, quick, easy, umami, bibimbap, Asian, condiment	{"title":"Quick and Easy Korean Gochujang Sauce","description":"A simple yet flavor-packed gochujang sauce that is both spicy and sweet. Perfect for bibimbap and other savory dishes, this sauce can be made in under 5 minutes using a few versatile ingredients that provide a rich umami flavor profile.","short_description":"Make this quick and easy Korean gochujang sauce in under 5 minutes. It is spicy, sweet, and perfect for hearty dishes like bibimbap.","full_ingredient_list":["2 tbsp gochujang paste","1 tbsp rice vinegar","1 tbsp honey","1 tsp light soy sauce","1 tsp garlic powder","1 tsp toasted sesame oil","1\/4 tsp ginger powder"],"components":[{"name":"Gochujang Sauce","ingredients":[{"name":"gochujang paste","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"rice vinegar","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["lemon juice","lime juice","apple cider vinegar"]},{"name":"honey","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["maple syrup","rice syrup","fruit jam"]},{"name":"light soy sauce","quantity":"1 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"garlic powder","quantity":"1 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["onion powder","paprika"]},{"name":"toasted sesame oil","quantity":"1 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"ginger powder","quantity":"1\/4 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["measuring cups and spoons","balloon whisk","bowl"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"In a bowl, combine all the ingredients: 2 tbsp gochujang paste, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tsp light soy sauce, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp toasted sesame oil, and 1\/4 tsp ginger powder.","tips":"Ensure the ingredients are well combined for an even flavor."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Use a whisk to thoroughly blend all the ingredients together.","tips":"A balloon whisk works best for achieving a smooth texture."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Serve with bibimbap or your preferred dish. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.","tips":"Ensure the container is airtight to maintain freshness."}]}],"prep_time":"5 minutes","cook_time":"0 minutes","total_time":"5 minutes","servings":"Variable","tags":["Korean","spicy","sauce","quick","easy","umami","bibimbap","Asian","condiment"],"notes":"Adjust the spiciness by selecting different types of gochujang paste. The sauce pairs well with a variety of dishes beyond Korean cuisine.","background":"Gochujang is a staple in Korean cooking, used traditionally as both a condiment and a flavoring ingredient. Its history dates back to the 15th century.","nutrition":{"calories":"37.64","protein":"0.51 g","fat":"1.04 g","carbohydrates":"7.34 g","fiber":"0.15 g","sugar":"5.08 g"},"serving_suggestions":"Use as a topping for bibimbap, a dipping sauce for Korean BBQ, or a flavorful addition to sushi or roasted vegetables.","storage":"Store in the refrigerator for up to one week in an airtight container.","dietary_info":["Contains soy (soy sauce)"],"cooking_tips":["Balance flavors by adjusting honey and vinegar according to personal taste."],"variations":["For extra heat, add more gochujang paste or a dash of gochugaru."],"ingredient_spotlight":"Gochujang provides the sauce signature flavor, offering a balance of spicy, sweet, and umami that defines many Korean dishes.","flavor_profile":{"sweet":6,"savory":7,"sour":3,"bitter":1,"umami":8},"geographic_region":"Korea","skill_level":"Beginner","cost_estimate":5,"recommended_pairings":["Bibimbap","Korean BBQ","Salmon rice bowls"]}
Simple Vegetable Stir Fry	A quick and easy stir fry recipe featuring colorful vegetables sa...	vegetarian, quick, easy, Asian	{"title":"Simple Vegetable Stir Fry","description":"A quick and easy stir fry recipe featuring colorful vegetables saut\u00e9ed in a flavorful sweet and savory sauce, perfect for a weeknight meal.","full_ingredient_list":["2 tablespoons vegetable oil","2 cups broccoli florets","1 red bell pepper","1 yellow bell pepper","1 cup snow peas","1 cup sliced carrots","1 cup sliced mushrooms","1 tablespoon minced garlic","1 teaspoon minced ginger","1\/4 cup soy sauce","2 tablespoons hoisin sauce","1 tablespoon sesame oil","1 tablespoon cornstarch","1\/4 cup water","Sesame seeds for garnish","Salt and pepper to taste"],"components":[{"name":"Vegetable Stir Fry","ingredients":[{"name":"vegetable oil","quantity":"2 tablespoons","preparation_notes":"for frying","substitutions":["canola oil"]},{"name":"broccoli florets","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["cauliflower"]},{"name":"red bell pepper","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"sliced","substitutions":["yellow bell pepper"]},{"name":"yellow bell pepper","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"sliced","substitutions":["green bell pepper"]},{"name":"snow peas","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["snap peas"]},{"name":"sliced carrots","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["baby carrots"]},{"name":"sliced mushrooms","quantity":"1 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["shiitake mushrooms"]},{"name":"minced garlic","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["garlic powder"]},{"name":"minced ginger","quantity":"1 teaspoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["ground ginger"]},{"name":"soy sauce","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["tamari"]},{"name":"hoisin sauce","quantity":"2 tablespoons","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["oyster sauce"]},{"name":"sesame oil","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["olive oil"]},{"name":"cornstarch","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["arrowroot powder"]},{"name":"water","quantity":"1\/4 cup","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"sesame seeds","quantity":"for garnish","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"pepper","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["Large skillet or wok","Cutting board","Knife","Mixing bowl","Whisk"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.","tips":"Ensure the oil is hot before adding vegetables."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add broccoli, bell peppers, snow peas, carrots, and mushrooms to the skillet. Stir fry for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender-crisp.","tips":"Stir continuously to prevent burning."},{"step_number":3,"description":"In a small mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Whisk until smooth.","tips":"Ensure the cornstarch is fully dissolved."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Add minced garlic and ginger to the skillet and stir for about 30 seconds until fragrant.","tips":"Careful not to burn the garlic and ginger."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Pour the sauce mixture over the vegetables in the skillet. Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly. Cook until the sauce thickens.","tips":"The sauce will thicken quickly due to the cornstarch."},{"step_number":6,"description":"Season with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.","tips":"Adjust seasoning according to your taste preference."}]}],"prep_time":"10 minutes","cook_time":"15 minutes","total_time":"25 minutes","servings":"4 servings","tags":["vegetarian","quick","easy","Asian"],"notes":"Serve the stir fry with rice or noodles for a complete meal."}
Pineapple and Cashew Fried Rice	A quick and tasty Thai-style fried rice with pineapple, cashews, ...	vegetarian, asian, quick dinner, main dish, Thai cuisine, spicy	{"title":"Pineapple and Cashew Fried Rice","description":"A quick and tasty Thai-style fried rice with pineapple, cashews, and a hint of spice, perfect for a healthy vegetarian dinner.","full_ingredient_list":["2 tablespoons coconut oil or quality vegetable oil","2 eggs, beaten with a dash of salt","1 \u00bd cups chopped fresh pineapple","1 large red bell pepper, diced","\u00be cup chopped green onions (about \u00bd bunch)","2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced","\u00bd cup chopped raw, unsalted cashews","2 cups cooked and chilled long-grain brown rice","1 tablespoon reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce","1 to 2 teaspoons chili garlic sauce or sriracha","1 small lime","Handful of fresh cilantro leaves, torn","Salt to taste"],"components":[{"name":"Fried Rice Base","ingredients":[{"name":"coconut oil or quality vegetable oil","quantity":"2 tablespoons","preparation_notes":"divided","substitutions":["vegetable oil"]},{"name":"eggs","quantity":"2","preparation_notes":"beaten with a dash of salt","substitutions":["egg substitutes"]},{"name":"fresh pineapple","quantity":"1 \u00bd cups","preparation_notes":"chopped"},{"name":"red bell pepper","quantity":"1 large","preparation_notes":"diced","substitutions":["yellow bell pepper"]},{"name":"green onions","quantity":"\u00be cup","preparation_notes":"chopped (about \u00bd bunch)","substitutions":["shallots"]},{"name":"garlic","quantity":"2 cloves","preparation_notes":"pressed or minced","substitutions":["garlic powder"]},{"name":"raw, unsalted cashews","quantity":"\u00bd cup","preparation_notes":"chopped","substitutions":["peanuts"]},{"name":"brown rice","quantity":"2 cups","preparation_notes":"cooked and chilled, preferably long-grain brown jasmine rice","substitutions":["white rice"]},{"name":"reduced-sodium tamari or soy sauce","quantity":"1 tablespoon","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["regular soy sauce"]},{"name":"chili garlic sauce or sriracha","quantity":"1 to 2 teaspoons","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":["hot sauce"]},{"name":"lime","quantity":"1 small","preparation_notes":"halved","substitutions":["lemon"]},{"name":"cilantro leaves","quantity":"Handful","preparation_notes":"torn into little pieces","substitutions":["parsley"]},{"name":"Salt","quantity":"to taste","preparation_notes":""}],"tools_and_equipment":["Large wok or frying pan","Serving bowl","Spoon"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Heat a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add 1 teaspoon of oil.","tips":"Make sure the pan is hot enough before adding oil."},{"step_number":2,"description":"Add the beaten eggs and cook, stirring frequently, until scrambled and lightly set. Transfer to a bowl.","tips":"Stir constantly to prevent overcooking."},{"step_number":3,"description":"Wipe out the pan if needed, then add 1 tablespoon oil. Add pineapple and red pepper, cooking until pineapple caramelizes, about 3 to 5 minutes.","tips":"Keep stirring to avoid burning."},{"step_number":4,"description":"Add green onions and garlic, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Transfer to the bowl with eggs.","tips":"Garlic burns easily; do not allow it to overcook."},{"step_number":5,"description":"Reduce heat to medium, add 2 teaspoons of oil, and cook cashews until fragrant. Stir in cooked rice.","tips":"Keep stirring to evenly heat the rice."},{"step_number":6,"description":"Return egg mixture to the pan, stir to combine, and warm through. Add tamari and chili garlic sauce, adjusting to taste.","tips":"Break up large chunks of egg with a spoon."},{"step_number":7,"description":"Squeeze the juice of half a lime over the dish, stir well, and season with salt. Place in serving bowls.","tips":"Taste and adjust seasoning as needed."},{"step_number":8,"description":"Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges, tamari, and chili sauce on the side.","tips":"Fresh lime juice enhances flavors."}]}],"prep_time":"15 minutes","cook_time":"10 minutes","total_time":"25 minutes","servings":"2 to 4 servings","tags":["vegetarian","asian","quick dinner","main dish","Thai cuisine","spicy"],"notes":"Chilled, leftover rice works best as it is less sticky. This dish is easily customizable with extra vegetables or protein such as tofu."}
Pork Belly Bao Buns	Gua Bao is a delicious Asian street food featuring soft, fluffy b...	Asian, Street Food, Pork, Buns, Dinner, Main Course	{"title":"Pork Belly Bao Buns","description":"Gua Bao is a delicious Asian street food featuring soft, fluffy bao buns stuffed with slow-cooked, sticky pork belly topped with fresh cilantro, sliced red chillies, spring onions, sesame seeds, and chopped cashews. This recipe guides you through creating this dish from scratch, providing a step-by-step approach to making both the buns and the tender pork filling.","short_description":"Fluffy bao buns with sticky pork belly topping.","full_ingredient_list":["450 g all-purpose flour","2 tbsp caster sugar","1\/2 tsp salt","2 tsp instant dried yeast","3 tbsp whole milk","210 ml warm water","3 tbsp unsalted butter","1 tbsp olive oil","1 kg pork belly slices","1 litre chicken or vegetable stock","1 tbsp minced ginger","3 cloves garlic","1 tbsp rice wine","1 tbsp caster sugar","2 tbsp vegetable oil","pinch of salt and pepper","1 red chilli, finely chopped","2 tbsp honey","2 tbsp brown sugar","3 tbsp dark soy sauce","1 tsp lemongrass paste","1 bunch cilantro, roughly torn","2 red chillies, sliced","4 spring onions, sliced","1 tbsp sesame seeds","2 tbsp toasted cashew nuts, chopped"],"components":[{"name":"Steamed Buns","ingredients":[{"name":"all-purpose flour","quantity":"450 g","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"caster sugar","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt","quantity":"1\/2 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"instant dried yeast","quantity":"2 tsp","preparation_notes":"equivalent to one packet or 7g","substitutions":[]},{"name":"whole milk","quantity":"3 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"warm water","quantity":"210 ml","preparation_notes":"3\/4 cups + 2 tbsp","substitutions":[]},{"name":"unsalted butter","quantity":"3 tbsp","preparation_notes":"very soft","substitutions":[]},{"name":"olive oil","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["mixing bowl","jug","spoon","steam pan","rolling pin"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Mix all-purpose flour, caster sugar, salt, and instant dried yeast in a bowl.","tips":""},{"step_number":2,"description":"Combine whole milk, warm water, and unsalted butter in a jug until the butter melts.","tips":""},{"step_number":3,"description":"Stir the liquid into the dry ingredients, then knead for 10 minutes. Let rise for about 90 minutes until doubled in size.","tips":""},{"step_number":4,"description":"Knead again, divide into 10 balls, roll into ovals, brush with olive oil, and fold.","tips":""},{"step_number":5,"description":"Let rise again for 60 minutes until puffed up, then steam for 15 minutes.","tips":""}]},{"name":"Sticky Pork Belly","ingredients":[{"name":"pork belly slices","quantity":"1 kg","preparation_notes":"rindless, chopped in half","substitutions":[]},{"name":"chicken or vegetable stock","quantity":"1 litre","preparation_notes":"hot","substitutions":[]},{"name":"minced ginger","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"garlic","quantity":"3 cloves","preparation_notes":"peeled and chopped in half","substitutions":[]},{"name":"rice wine","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"caster sugar","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"vegetable oil","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"salt and pepper","quantity":"pinch","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"minced ginger","quantity":"1 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"red chilli","quantity":"1","preparation_notes":"finely chopped","substitutions":[]},{"name":"honey","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"brown sugar","quantity":"2 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"dark soy sauce","quantity":"3 tbsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]},{"name":"lemongrass paste","quantity":"1 tsp","preparation_notes":"","substitutions":[]}],"tools_and_equipment":["pan","frying pan","spoon","knife","chopping board","bowls"],"instructions":[{"step_number":1,"description":"Add pork belly, stock, ginger, garlic, rice wine, and sugar to a pan. Simmer for 2 hours until tender.","tips":""},{"step_number":2,"description":"Drain the pork and slice it. Fry in oil with salt and pepper until golden brown.","tips":""},{"step_number":3,"description":"Add minced ginger, chili, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, and lemongrass paste. Bubble until dark and sticky.","tips":""}]}],"prep_time":"30 minutes","cook_time":"3 hours","total_time":"3 hours 30 minutes","servings":"10 bao buns","tags":["Asian","Street Food","Pork","Buns","Dinner","Main Course"],"notes":"You can prepare the pork belly and the buns ahead of time and reheat before serving. The buns can also be frozen and reheated from frozen.","background":"Gua Bao is a traditional dish from Taiwan, often sold by street vendors and popular for its savory and sweet flavor combination.","nutrition":{"calories":"667","protein":"34g","fat":"37g","carbohydrates":"49g","fiber":"2g","sugar":"11g"},"serving_suggestions":"Serve hot with extra cilantro and a sprinkle of sesame seeds for added texture.","storage":"Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in a steamer for best results.","dietary_info":["Contains gluten","Contains nuts"],"cooking_tips":["Be sure to knead the dough well for softer buns.","Adjust the glaze ingredients to taste."],"variations":["Use chicken or tofu as a vegetarian option for the filling."],"ingredient_spotlight":"Pork belly is the star of the dish, offering a rich and tender texture that pairs perfectly with the soft bao buns.","flavor_profile":{"sweet":5,"savory":8,"sour":2,"bitter":1,"umami":9},"geographic_region":"Taiwan","seasonality":"Year-round","sustainability_score":{"score":75,"details":"Pork can be locally sourced to reduce carbon footprint."},"occasion":"Casual dinner, Street food gatherings","skill_level":"Intermediate","cost_estimate":20,"recommended_pairings":["Light Asian salads","Jasmine tea"]}