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Asian Side Dish Recipes

Asian side dish recipes are the perfect way to round out any meal, adding extra flavor, texture, and variety to the table. From crisp homemade pickles to savory dumplings and umami-rich ramen eggs, these small dishes bring balance and excitement to Asian cooking.

Try folding and frying dumplings like gyoza and Chinese shumai. These side dishes pair beautifully with rice bowls, noodle dishes, and festive spreads. Each recipe includes easy step-by-step instructions so you can create delicious Asian sides at home with confidence.

  • Sate Taichan (Indonesian Spicy Chicken Satay Without Peanut Sauce)

  • Green Beans and Ground Beef Stir Fry

  • How to Make Crispy Fried Shallots / Bawang Goreng

  • Sautéed Green Beans with Garlic

  • Salted Cured Egg Yolks

  • Salted Egg Yolks Recipe – For Mooncakes, Desserts, & Savory Dishes

  • Menbosha – Korean Fried Shrimp Toast

  • Pastel Tutup – Indonesian Shepherd’s Pie

  • Quick Asian Pickled Cucumbers – Acar Timun

  • Kroket Kentang (Indonesian Potato Croquettes)

  • Japanese Beef Croquette (Korokke)

  • Chicken Karaage – Izakaya Style