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Honey garlic chicken thighs

Honey garlic chicken thighs are one of those dishes that never disappoint. The skin turns ultra crisp, the meat stays…

Quick Dinner Ideas

Dinner in a hurry? These bold, flavorful meals are ready in 30 minutes or less—perfect for busy nights.

Rice paper dumplings

Sweet pumpkin & Squash for fall

Nutty, sweet, and cozy — these pumpkin and squash recipes are my favorite way to bring a little warmth to the table.

Air fryer delicata squash

Air fryer delicata squash is quick, simple, and ready in just 8 minutes. There’s no peeling, only a handful of…

Hi, I’m ChihYu Smith

Welcome to I HEART UMAMI! I I’m ChihYu—a concert pianist turned best-selling cookbook author. My obsession? Creating easy, healthy Asian dinner recipes that taste incredible. With bold, vibrant flavors, I’ll help you make cooking feel effortless and fun. Healthy eating has never been this delicious!

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Cozy Taiwanese comfort food for Fall

Warm, nourishing, and full of flavor — these Taiwanese recipes are the perfect companion for crisp autumn days.

Napa cabbage egg drop soup

This Napa Cabbage Egg Drop Soup is one of my go-to favorites in the winter. It’s simple to make, light…

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Gluten-Free Asian pantry quick starter guide

Learn how to start healthy Asian cooking with my top 12 essential ingredients.

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Delicious healthy Chinese food you can brag about

10 Meals In 10 Minutes
Learn how to make low carb gluten-free dishes without prep and last minute trips to the grocery store.