Recipe Category: Asian

Mika's Kim Bap is a traditional Korean dish that originated in the early 20th century. Bap means rice, and Kim Bap means seasoned rice roll. It is a popular snack and lunch food in Korea, often filled with pickled vegetables, meat, or seafood. The rolls are usually sliced into bite-sized pieces and served with soy sauce or spicy sauce. With the rise of Korean culture in recent years, Kim Bap has become a favorite among food enthusiasts around the world. Mika's Kim Bap, in particular, is a delicious and healthy version that incorporates fresh vegetables and lean protein.

Mapo Tofu is a popular Sichuan dish that has been adapted and altered in many eastern countries, including Korea. The Korean version is typically less spicy and includes a mix of other ingredients, such as oyster sauce and miso. This version of the dish is both savory and spicy, and the firm tofu cubes provide a satisfying texture that goes well with the rice. This recipe also uses ground beef or turkey, which adds additional proteins to the dish. Overall, this recipe provides a punchy and comforting meal that is perfect for a quick and tasty dinner.

Korean-Style Noodles With Vegetables (Chap Chae) is a traditional Korean dish that is a staple in Korean cuisine. It is a popular stir-fry dish made with sweet potato noodles, vegetables, and a flavorful soy sauce-based sauce. The dish is usually served at special occasions, such as weddings or holidays, and is also a popular everyday meal. The dish is versatile and can be customized to suit individual tastes. This dish is a great way to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal that is packed with flavor and nutrition.

Korean Beef on Fiery Cabbage is a delicious and hearty dish that offers a spicy twist to traditional Korean cuisine. This recipe combines sirloin steak with flavorful spices like sesame oil, ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes to create a bold and flavorful dish. The napa cabbage and shredded carrot offer a nutritious balance to this dish, adding a mix of texture and color. This is a versatile dish that can be enjoyed for lunch or dinner, any day of the week.

Filipino Noodles (Bihon Guisado) is a popular Filipino dish that has become a favorite among Asian cuisine lovers worldwide. The dish is made of rice vermicelli noodles stir-fried with garlic, shallots, Chinese cabbage, carrots, and cucumbers. It is a tasty and hearty dish that can be enjoyed at any time of the day, and it's easy to prepare. This dish doesn't require any fancy ingredients, making it a cost-effective and practical meal choice. In the Philippines, Bihon Guisado is usually prepared during special occasions such as birthdays and weddings.

Asian Veggie Glass Noodles is a tasty and nutritious dish that is popular in many countries across Asia.
This recipe features bean thread noodles, a type of noodle made from mung bean starch, which has a unique slippery texture.
The dish is loaded with fresh vegetables, including coleslaw mix, snow peas, and red bell pepper, all cooked in a flavorful broth made from soy sauce, vegetable broth, and black pepper.
To finish, the dish is topped with green onions, cilantro, sliced hard-cooked eggs, and lime or lemon wedges.

This dish is a popular Vietnamese recipe that combines several textures and flavors in one delicious meal. The dish gets its name from the contrasting temperatures of the warm beef and cool noodles. The ginger-lime dipping sauce is a perfect complement that adds a bright, zingy flavor to the dish. This recipe offers a healthier alternative to the typical Vietnamese noodle bowl, with its emphasis on fresh vegetables and lean protein. It’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner and can be easily adapted to accommodate different dietary needs.

Banh Mi Bowls are inspired by the popular Vietnamese sandwich known as Banh Mi.
These bowls offer all the same flavors and textures as the sandwich, but in a healthier and more filling format.
This recipe features juicy ground pork meatballs, tangy pickled vegetables, and fresh herbs and spices. It's a complete meal in a bowl, perfect for lunch, dinner, or even breakfast.
Make a double batch and enjoy it throughout the week for a quick and easy meal on the go!

Mi Xao Rau Cai is a popular Vietnamese stir-fried noodle dish that's been adapted to suit different culinary traditions.
This vegetarian version is a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy a hearty meal that's packed with colorful vegetables.
The dish is perfect for those who love noodles and savory sauces but want a healthier version that's also easy to prepare.
The dish is best enjoyed hot with fresh cilantro leaves for decoration.

Vietnamese noodles with pork and peanuts, or Bún thịt nướng, is a beloved dish in Vietnamese cuisine. This flavorful and satisfying dish features egg noodles tossed with tender slices of pork, crisp carrots and green onions, and a sauce made with oyster sauce, vinegar, honey, hoisin sauce, chili oil, and fish sauce. It's then topped with fresh cilantro leaves and crunchy, dry-roasted peanuts for a perfect combination of textures. This dish is both filling and delicious, a perfect choice for a cold winter evening or a hot summer night.