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Asian Inspiration

Fresh vegetables, fish and lean meats take center stage in these nutrient-rich recipes boasting bright notes from ginger, garlic, mango, citrus and more.



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This recipe uses the speedy cooking technique of a stir-fry, but instead of the typical Asian seasonings, it is brightened with lemon zest and parsley.

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Poke, a marinated fish salad, is easy to make with this quick recipe. Sriracha and Chinese-style mustard add heat to the classic poke seasoning.

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This sophisticated-looking shrimp summer roll recipe is surprisingly easy to make and makes a great party appetizer or first course.

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In this Asian dan dan peanut noodles recipe, Chinese black vinegar lends authentic flavor to the creamy sauce. Add strips of bok choy.

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Try these Vietnamese-inspired shrimp and mango lettuce wraps with rice or noodles. Serve as a first course or light dinner.

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Stir-fry is an Asian dish and is versatile for using different vegetables to suit your taste. You can add carrots or green beans or almost any vegetable.

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This quick Thai chicken and vegetable curry recipe is quick enough for a weeknight supper, especially if you use precut cauliflower and baby spinach.

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Skip takeout, and make a healthier Chinese lo mein at home that’s packed with vegetables. Make sure you drain your noodles well before adding them.

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Turn a burger right on its head by swapping to lower-fat ground turkey and whipping up a few Asian-inspired toppings. Keep an eye on your thermometer.

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Use a generous amount of fiber- and vitamin C-rich bean sprouts in this quick stir-fry that combines tender cubes of salmon and a rich black bean-garlic sauce.

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In this Asian-flavored spaghetti squash recipe, thin slices of lean pork tenderloin are marinated with lemongrass, ginger, brown sugar and soy sauce.

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The filling in this stuffed pepper recipe uses millet, which is naturally gluten-free and has a nutty corn flavor. Find out more on how to make it.

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