Welcome to I Heart Umami! A website shares healthy, easy, and delicious Asian dinner recipes.
Rice paper dumplings
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Rice Paper Dumplings Recipe (pan sear or air fry)
These TikTok-inspired crispy rice paper dumplings are golden on the outside and a little chewy inside. All you need are…
Quick Dinner Ideas
Dinner in a hurry? These bold, flavorful meals are ready in 30 minutes or less—perfect for busy nights.
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Scallion chicken (蔥油雞)
Scallion chicken is beloved throughout Asia, and for good reason! Juicy chicken with audibly crispy skin is smothered in our…
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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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Taste of Taiwanese Summer
Bold, refreshing, and made for hot days—these Taiwanese summer favorites hit the spot with chilled noodles, crisp veggies, and juicy grilled meats.
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Air fryer scallion ginger chicken skewers
These air fryer chicken skewers with homemade ginger scallion sauce are absolutely irresistible! Bite-sized chicken thigh pieces are a little…
Salads
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Asian cucumber recipes
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Soup
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Chinese eggplant recipes
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Chinese Eggplant With Garlic Sauce
Chinese eggplant with garlic sauce is a delicious and savory dish perfect for any occasion. This Sichuan classic features tender…
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Appetizers
Salads
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Summer grilling meets Asian flavor
From savory marinades to juicy grilled meats, these easy recipes bring big Asian flavor to your summer cookouts.
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Kalbi (Korean Short Ribs)
Get ready to elevate your BBQ game this summer with my easy Kalbi (Korean short ribs) recipe! These tender ribs…
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