Asian for Dinner... Easy, Fresh, Bursting with Delicious Flavor!

By Chris Scheuer | Updated on October 21, 2021

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Ten of our favorite easy and fresh Asian-inspired recipes, perfect for weeknights or easy entertaining. These dishes are full of flavor!

I find that I am always craving Asian food! Curry, stir-fry, noodle and rice bowls, always sound good to me. These are some of our favorite, easy and delicious Asian-inspired recipes.

These recipes are full of flavor and come together quickly. They are perfect for busy weeknights but also delicious enough to serve to company. Be sure to pin them for later and enjoy!

 

Vertical overhead picture of Basil Coconut Chicken on white plates with navy napkins

Slightly sweet, slightly smoky with just a bit of heat, this easy Basil Coconut Chicken recipe makes a restaurant-quality meal in 30 minutes! Serve it with a side of veggies for a fabulous meal in a bowl!

 

Overhead picture of Hoisin Cashew Chicken and rice in blue and white bowls

You can put together this delicious Sweet and Spicy Hoisin Cashew Chicken in 30 minutes with just a few simple ingredients and it tastes much better than takeout!

 

Overhead picture of honey soy braised pork

Tender and full of Asian flavor, the oven does the magic with this Slow Roasted Honey Soy Pork after your 10 minutes of hands-on time. Serve it in tacos, wraps, sandwiches, rice bowls...

 

Close up vertical photo of Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps with sauce being drizzled on top.

Looking to eat a little lighter and leaner? These Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps are easy, healthy and so delicious! The meatballs also make a fabulous appetizer that will disappear in the blink of an eye!

 

Overhead picture of Butternut Chicken Coconut Curry in a bowl garnished with toppings and naan bread

Healthy and super delicious, this Butternut Chicken Coconut Curry comes together in less than an hour. It makes a beautiful presentation and can be prepped ahead for easy, elegant entertaining.

 

Overhead picture of Orange Peanut Chicken Ramen in a large skillet

This Orange Peanut Chicken Ramen is an easy, delicious dinner option that's loaded with lots of fresh veggies, lean chicken, tender ramen noodles and crunchy stir-fried peanuts. The sweet, gingery Asian sauce ties it all together!

 

Overhead picture of Vietnamese Carmel Pork Lettuce wraps with toppings and rice on a marble table

These crazy-delicious Vietnamese Caramel Pork Lettuce Wraps make a fresh, light weeknight meal and are also perfect for a dinner party.

 

Overhead picture of Thai Peanut Chicken in a black bowl with rice

This 30-Minute Thai Peanut Chicken with super tender chicken, healthy veggies and a silky smooth Asian peanut sauce comes together in less time than you can order takeout!

 

Overhead picture of thai basil beef rice bowls with all the toppings on a wooden table

Got 30 minutes? You'll flip over these easy, Thai-inspired 30 Minute Thai Basil Beef Bowls. They're fresh, vibrant, healthy and super delicious!

 

Vertical picture of Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs on toothpicks with dipping sauce

These make-ahead Vietnamese Chicken Meatballs are light, lean and bursting with fresh, vibrant flavor. Serve them as an appetizer or main course!

 

Overhead vertical photo of Coconut Curry Chicken Ramen in black serving bowls on a wood table.

With a velvety sauce, a secret tip for tender chicken and a fresh herb/crunchy cashew topping, this Coconut Curry Chicken Ramen is always a hit!

Thought  for the day:

 Let us then approach God's throne
of grace with confidence,
so that we may receive mercy
and find grace
to help us in our time of need.
Hebrews 4:16

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Grace

 

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