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Asian Cuisines

From the Middle East to India and South East Asia, Asian cuisine is incredibly varied and delicious. Asia is the world’s largest continent and its cuisine is equally wide-reaching.

Discover the best foods Asia has to offer, from spicy Indian foods, traditional Chinese food, trendy Japanese dishes, classic Thai dishes, tasty Korean food, and the ever popular Middle Eastern cuisine, to the delights of Indonesia,  Philippines or Vietnam.

Asian food has become incredibly trendy in the recent years. Our Instagram Food Popularity Report shows that Asian cuisines dominate the top 10 worldwide and there is no end in sight to the growth in their popularity.

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Vada Pav (Mumbai Burger) Recipe

  • Asian Cuisines
  • Indian Cuisine
This delicious Indian sandwich is something that should not be skipped, whether it’s for breakfast, lunch, or teatime. It’s a simple yet sublime sandwich that many Indians hold close to...

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November 14, 2022
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Rava Uppumavu (Upma) Recipe

  • Asian Cuisines
  • Indian Cuisine
Upma, uppumavu, or uppittu is a dish originating from the Indian subcontinent, most common in Kerala, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Maharashtra, Gujarat, Odia, and Sri Lanka. As a breakfast dish, it is cooked...

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November 14, 2022
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Puttu Kadala Recipe

  • Indian Cuisine
For a Malayali, nothing is more comforting than a piping hot plate of puttu and kadala curry for breakfast. A quintessential Indian dish for almost every household in Kerala, Puttu...

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November 12, 2022
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Poha (Pauwa) Recipe

  • Asian Cuisines
  • Indian Cuisine
Poha, also known as pauwa, chira, or aval, among many other names, is flattened rice originating from the Indian subcontinent. Rice is parboiled before flattening so that it can be consumed with very...

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November 12, 2022
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Paratha Recipe

  • Indian Cuisine
Parathas are flatbreads usually made from wheat flour with or without a savory vegetable stuffing. Paratha is famous food in India, but also in the neighboring countries of Pakistan, Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and...

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November 12, 2022
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Medhu Vada (Udin Vada) Recipe

  • Indian Cuisine
Medhu Vada or Udin Vada are deep-fried doughnut-shaped fritters from southern India with a crispy exterior and soft, spongy interior. It is generally made with Urad Dhal (black lentils) and a mix of rice flour....

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November 12, 2022
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Luchi & Alur Dom (Bengali Luchi Aloo Dum)

  • Indian Cuisine
A popular Sunday morning treat in Bengali households, luchi & alur dom comprises deep-fried poori bread usually served with a lightly spiced and slightly sweet potato curry made with onions, tomatoes, and...

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November 12, 2022
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Idli (Idly) Recipe

  • Indian Cuisine
Idli or idly is a type of savory rice cake, originating from the Indian subcontinent, popular as a breakfast food in Southern India and Sri Lanka. The cakes are made...

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November 12, 2022
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15 Popular Indian Christmas Foods

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  • South Asian Cuisine
Christians make up only 2.3% of India’s 1.4 billion population but have had a continued presence in the subcontinent from 52 A.D. when St. Thomas the Apostle came to the...

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November 4, 2022
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Chole Bhatura Recipe

  • Indian Cuisine
This popular Indian dish is best enjoyed on an empty stomach. Rich, spicy and heavy, this is one of the most popular Punjabi dishes and is a must-try dish in...

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November 3, 2022
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Karnataka-style Bisi Bele Bath Recipe

  • Indian Cuisine
Bise Bele Bhath translates to “Hot Dal Rice.” This popular Indian dish features daal, rice, and vegetables blended like porridge and served with boondi (deep-fried chickpea flour). It’s Indian soul food at its...

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November 2, 2022
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Top 7 Korean New Year’s Foods that You Must Try

  • East Asian Cuisine
Koreans have two new year celebrations. One is the solar new year, called Sinjeong, while the other is the lunar new year, called Seollal. New Year’s morning in Korea starts...

Yena You

November 1, 2022
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Singapore Street Foods: From the Roadsides to Hawker Centers

  • Southeast Asian Cuisine
Hawker food is a cornerstone of Singaporean society. Once synonymous with street food, Singapore’s hawker culture has since earned multiple Michelin Bib Gourmand awards and even piqued the interest of...

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October 31, 2022
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Karimeen Pollichathu

  • Indian Cuisine
Karimeen pollichathu is a traditional Indian fish dish originating from Kerala. It’s made by wrapping marinated pearlfish (karimeen) in banana leaves, then grilling it until done. The marinade consists of turmeric,...

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September 22, 2022
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Crispy Bombil Fry (Fried Bombay Duck)

  • Indian Cuisine
Bombil fry is a traditional Indian dish originating from Maharashtra. It’s prepared with bombil, or Bombay duck, as the main ingredient. Despite the name, it’s not a duck but a fish (lizardfish)...

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September 22, 2022
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Macher Jhol/ Fish Curry

  • Indian Cuisine
Machher jhol, or machha jhola, is a traditional spicy fish curry in Bengali and Odia cuisines in the eastern part of the Indian subcontinent. It is a very spicy stew or...

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September 22, 2022
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The Most Popular Snacks to Try this Diwali

  • South Asian Cuisine
Sweets may be the pinnacle of every Diwali celebration, but savory snacks are close to every Indian’s heart. A range of delicious snacks is skillfully crafted and served in almost...

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September 12, 2022
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20 Tasty Diwali Sweets & Desserts to Try This Year

  • Indian Cuisine
  • South Asian Cuisine
With an appetite for living life large, the festivals in India don’t fall short. Diwali is the most famous and widely celebrated of all festivals in the country. As depicted...

Mario Pradeep

September 9, 2022
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8 Most Popular Turkish Drinks

  • Asian Cuisines
  • European Cuisines
  • Middle East Cuisine
Drinks are integral to gatherings with friends and family and crowded dining tables in Turkish culture. Sometimes these drinks even represent a particular type of get-together. For example, making a...

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September 2, 2022
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15 Popular Traditional Burmese Desserts

  • Asian Cuisines
Burmese desserts consist of sweet foods and beverages that vary regionally and seasonally and often take a lot of time and effort to prepare.  Some traditional Burmese desserts are available...

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August 31, 2022
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Hyderabadi Haleem

  • Asian Cuisines
  • Indian Cuisine
  • Lamb Recipes
Hyderabadi haleem is a type of haleem popular in the Indian city of Hyderabad. Haleem is a stew composed of meat, lentils, and pounded wheat made into a thick paste. It is originally an Arabic...

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August 30, 2022
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Top 20 Culinary Delights of Maharashtra

  • South Asian Cuisine
Known for its historic forts, monuments, and wonders such as the Ajanta and Elora Caves, modern-day Maharashtra was initially a part of the Maurya Empire. It then went on to...

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July 25, 2022
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Japanese Beef Tongue Recipe

  • Asian Cuisines
  • Beef Recipes by Professional Chefs
Beef tongue is a common delicacy in Japan, most famous in the city of Sendai. It is commonly cooked over a charcoal grill, adding a delicious smoky flavor. Cooking it...

Andy Cheng

July 18, 2022
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Homemade Miso Recipe

  • Asian Cuisines
  • Stocks Sauces Marinades
Miso is one of the staple ingredients in Japanese cuisine. You will find it in every household and restaurant, showing how pivotal it is to Japanese gastronomy. Miso is crated...

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July 18, 2022
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