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15 Asian-inspired recipes that are way better than takeout. Everyone will love these easy and delicious meals!
Are you looking for some fresh dinner ideas? We've got 15 easy and delicious Asian-inspired recipes to try.
They are great for busy weeknights or easy entertaining. Plus they're way healthier and better than takeout. There's everything from rice bowls to noodle dishes to lettuce wraps. Switch up your dinner routine and add them to your menu. We think you'll love them!
Thought for the day:
Your word, Lord, is eternal;
it stands firm in the heavens.
Your faithfulness continues through all generations;
you established the earth, and it endures.
Psalm 119:89-90
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Asian Red Cabbage Slaw
This fresh, healthy and delicious Asian Red Cabbage Slaw will take the boring out of everyday meals and entertaining menus.
Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp with Pineapple Basil Salsa
This Vietnamese Caramel Shrimp is sweet, salty and super delicious. It comes together quickly and the Pineapple Basil Salsa is a fresh, vibrant garnish!
Fresh Spinach Dahl
Vibrantly healthy, this easy Fresh Spinach Dahl could win a culinary beauty contest! We love that it's chocked full of veggies and it's as delicious as it is pretty!
Ginger Scallion Meatballs with Potsticker Dipping Sauce
If you enjoy Asian potstickers, you're going to LOVE these Ginger Scallion Meatballs. Both the meatballs and the Potsticker Dipping Sauce come together quickly with minimal fuss.
Steve's Grilled Asian Steak
This Grilled Asian Steak is lip-smacking good! The flavorful marinade/sauce (with a secret ingredient) takes just minutes to throw together. Try it and watch everyone go crazy!
30-Minute Thai Peanut Chicken
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!
Korean Meatball Lettuce Wraps
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!
Thai Coconut Soup with Chicken Cilantro Meatballs
This Thai Coconut Soup with Chicken Cilantro Meatballs is a delicious, easy and unique dinner entree that's bursting with fabulous flavor.
Slow Roasted Honey Soy 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...
Sweet and Spicy Hoisin Cashew Chicken
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!
Thai Coconut Chicken Soup (Tom Kha Gai)
This Thai Coconut Soup with Chicken Cilantro Meatballs is a delicious, easy and unique dinner entree that's bursting with fabulous flavor.
30 Minute Thai Basil Beef Bowls
You'll flip over this easy, Thai-inspired meal in a bowl that's fresh, vibrant, healthy and super delicious!
30-Minute Basil Coconut Chicken
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!
Coconut Curry Chicken Ramen
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!
Orange Peanut Chicken Ramen
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!
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