Asian
Grilled Malai Broccoli
Creamy-cheesy broccoli become a charred wonder in this vegetarian side you’ll be taking to all your summer gatherings.
By Chintan Pandya
Almost Aam Panna
This version of aam panna, the ultra-refreshing summer drink, swaps green mangoes for a classic pantry staple: jarred applesauce (yes, really).
By Sonia Chopra
Sizzling Pork and Eggplant Hiyayakko
By topping shingled silken tofu with a savory stir-fry of pork and eggplant, you get the perfect marriage of hot and cold.
By Kendra Vaculin
Big Queer Cold Noodles
Temper summer’s heat with a big bowl of these irresistible colorful, crunchy, cold noodles inspired by Taiwanese liang mian.
By Jessie YuChen
Vada Pav With Dry Coconut-Garlic Chutney
This battered and deep-fried potato patty on a bun is the carb-on-carb-on-carb snack of our dreams.
By Rachel Gurjar
Rachel's Mom's Garam Masala
Just a sprinkle of this hot, warm, and sweet spice blend will enhance any dish—especially when you take a few minutes to make it yourself.
By Rachel Gurjar
Tteokbokki
Chewy, spicy, savory tteokbokki is a supremely satisfying Korean dish of crispy rice cakes in a gochujang-based sauce. Bok choy brings balance to our version.
By Catherine Yoo
Spicy Watermelon Onigiri
This playful take on spicy tuna onigiri swaps watermelon (yes, watermelon!) for the fish, resulting in a vegan bite that tastes (surprisingly) like the real deal.
By Lauren Von Der Pool
Asparagus Pulao With Minty Lemon Raita
In this Pakistani classic with a springtime twist, rice gets cooked to fluffy perfection in an aromatic broth.
By Shayma Owaise Saadat
Chicken Karaage
This chicken karaage recipe promises full flavor from a soy-and-sake marinade and combines wheat flour, rice flour, and cornstarch for a super crisp crust.
By Biwa Portland OR
Bibimbap
Preparing the Korean culinary icon bibimbap at home takes time, care, and possibly a trip to a Korean grocery store, but it’s well worth it for this recipe.
By Kay Chun
Egg Bhurji Strata
Spice up your brunch plans with this custardy, fluffy, Indian-inspired strata that you can make ahead.
By Hetal Vasavada
Sake-and-Black-Sugar-Braised Pulled Pork Sliders
Call on these adorable sliders piled high with juicy braised pork for a party or game night—they're great for feeding a crowd and almost all the components can be made well in advance.
By Jessie YuChen
Garlicky Bok Choy
This simple bok choy recipe, flavored with shallot, garlic, and soy sauce, is ideal for when you’re short on time and ingredients.
By Sara Dickerman and Marissa LippertPhotography by Alex Lau
Five-Spice Short Rib and Daikon Soup
Rich, beefy short ribs and sweet, meltingly tender daikon radish are a classic pairing in this umami-packed soup.
By Jessie YuChen
Vegan Pho
This vegan pho broth gets its rich, umami-packed flavor from a medley of well-toasted spices, charred veg, dried mushrooms, and miso for a soul-edifying soup.
By An Uong
Herbal Mushroom Hot Pot Broth
Umami-rich and flavorful all on its own, this vegan hot pot base is also a welcome palate cleanser when served alongside a spicy broth.
By Eric Sze
Mala Beef Hot Pot Broth
This fiery red broth is a labor of love, but it’s worth it—your hot pot spread depends on a rich, flavorful base.
By Eric Sze
Coconut-Mango-Lime Barfi
One bowl, no-bake, and make-ahead-friendly? This South Asian dessert is all that—and chewy, tangy, and fruity too.
By Rachel Gurjar
Salted Coconut Ladoos
These coconutty fudgelike treats are are an easy (and gorgeous) addition to any celebration—and they require only four ingredients.
By Shilpa Uskokovic