Welcome to I Heart Umami! A website shares healthy, easy, and delicious Asian dinner recipes.

A platter of Chinese steamed chicken topped with sliced ginger, goji berries, fresh herbs, and chopped green onions, served with a savory sauce. A spoon rests on the plate, and garnishes are nearby.Main CoursePhoto shows pan fried rice wrapper made dumplings with dipping sauce on the side in a light purple plateRice paper dumplingsLemon Thyme Chicken Thighs recipe with lemon chicken marinade is gluten-free, paleo, keto and whole30 from I Heart Umami.Air FryerDiced cucumbers tossed in chili honey sauce in a white bowlAsian Cucumber Salad
Image shows chicken breast stir fried with oyster sauce with shiitake and snow pea leaves in a red color plate.ChineseFeature image shows cucumber roll ups with avocado and turkey deli meat, served on a white plate with chopsticks.JapaneseKorean bibimbap vegetarian version served in a bowlKoreanA side close shot shows Braised Taiwanese minced pork rice bowl.TaiwaneseA close shot shows seared chicken breasts sauteed with green beans and onion served with white rice in a blue color bowlChinese AmericanThai Green Curry Chicken Recipe for Paleo, Whole30 and Keto easy meal prep from I Heart Umami.Thai

Taiwanese Summer Favorites

These Taiwanese summer favorites are inspired by the cool, savory dishes I grew up eating in Taiwan. They’re simple, flavorful, and made for everyday home cooks.

More Taiwanese recipes

Main Course

Taiwanese Pork Chop (炸排骨)

Taiwanese pork chop (pai gu) is known for its crispy coating and juicy meat. It’s a classic you’ll often see…

New on the blog

More latest recipes

Main Course

Air fryer chicken stir fry

Air Fryer Chicken Stir Fry has tender, juicy chicken, crisp-tender vegetables, and a light, glossy ginger-garlic sauce. The chicken has…

Easy Summer Dinners For Busy Nights

More dinner recipes

Main Course

Quick ground beef bulgogi

This ground beef bulgogi is saucy, glossy, and packed with bold flavor that clings to every bite. It tastes like…

Summer vegetables, Asian-Style

More Asian Side Dishes

Air Fryer Asian Dinners

More air fryer recipes

Main Course

Air fryer orange chicken

This air fryer orange chicken is a delicious and healthy alternative to takeout! The chicken is crispy outside and juicy…

Asian grilling Favorites

More grilled recipes

Main Course

Kalbi short ribs

Kalbi short ribs are Korean BBQ beef ribs made with thin flanken-cut short ribs and a sweet-savory fruit marinade. They…

Crispy Rice paper recipes

Latest on YouTube

Latest on YouTube

Ginger Scallion Sauce

Savory, aromatic, and packed with fresh scallion flavor — this ginger scallion sauce is a simple staple you’ll want in your kitchen. Learn how to make it at home and use it in crispy scallion chicken, scallion oil noodles, and more.

Watch It Now

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!

More About Me
ChihYu Smith

Follow me on social:

What’s for dinner today?

Find the perfect meal from hundreds of easy, flavorful recipes.

Or narrow by cooking methods:

Lemon Thyme Chicken Thighs recipe with lemon chicken marinade is gluten-free, paleo, keto and whole30 from I Heart Umami.Air FryerA recipe image shows cooked beef brisket to tender, sliced and served in Vietnamese pho brothInstant PotFeature image shows crispy Cantonese chow mein noodles with bean sprouts, onion, and garlic give served in a big white plate.Stir FryAn overhead photo shows the roasted chicken with maple orange gravy on the sideOvenAn overhead shot image shows a blue and white color bowl with boiled cold noodles inside with Peanut butter sauce and veggies on the side.Stove TopPaleo low carb meal prep ideas with freezer meal prep choices from I Heart Umami.Meal Prep
Chinese Pantry Staples

Gluten-Free Asian pantry quick starter guide

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

Chinese pantry staples

Ingredient glossary

Shirataki fried rice shaped to round shape on a white plateHow to cook Shirataki RiceA side close shot shows glass noodles made with kelp that's softened and picking them up with chopsticksWhat are kelp noodlesChinese broccoli with oyster sauce recipe is gluten-free and soy-free from I Heart Umami.Chinese Vegetable GuideImage shows chicken breast thinly sliced and seasoned with baking soda to tenderize the meat before stir fryingHow to Velvet ChickenA close shot shows thinly sliced beef marinated with tenderize seasoning in a white bowlHow to Velvet BeefAn overhead shot image shows a blue and white color bowl with boiled cold noodles inside with Peanut butter sauce and veggies on the side.Chinese noodlesPhoto shows a bowl of rehydrated dried shiitake mushrooms soaking in the liquid.Dried shiitake mushroomsShanghai bok choyHow to cut bok choyImage shows various types of rice paper sheets and wrappers.How to use rice paper
An overhead feature image shows a bowl of Taiwanese braised minced pork sauce with soy sauce eggs over rice.

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.