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Home › Recipe Index › Dietary › Vegetarian

Vegetarian

Vegetarian cooking can be just as comforting and flavorful as any meat-based dish. This collection of Asian vegetarian recipes features tofu favorites, veggie-packed soups, and refreshing side dishes that truly steal the show — all simple to make and full of bold flavor.

Many of these dishes are close to my heart. I’ve always loved cooking with tofu, and you’ll find plenty of tofu recipes here, along with vibrant vegetable sides inspired by Asian and Taiwanese home cooking. Whether you’re vegetarian or simply adding more plant-forward meals to your table, these recipes are meant to be cooked often and enjoyed.

Side Dishes

Image shows Roasted cubed Chinese eggplant served in a big round plate drizzled with a creamy sauce on top

Roasted Chinese Eggplant

Side Dishes

Photo shows Chinese air fried eggplant served on a white plate with sauce on the side

Air fryer Chinese eggplant

Desserts

Photo shows homemade black sesame ice cream served in a chilled container

Black Sesame Ice Cream

Salads

A close shot shows steamed Chinese eggplants shredded with garlic and soy seasonings on top served in a white plate

Chinese Steamed Eggplant Salad

Breakfast

Photo shows an crispy fried egg made in air fryer served on a black plate with rice and garnishes

Fried Egg in Air Fryer

Salads

Photo shows the dish Spicy Cucumber Salad spiral-cut served with Chinese chili dressing on a light colored plate with chili sauce on the side.

Spicy Cucumber Salad

Side Dishes

A close shot shows air fried zucchini and squash served on a white plate

Air fryer zucchini and squash

Side Dishes

Smashed Chinese cucumber salad served on a white plate.

Chinese Smashed Cucumber Salad (拍黃瓜)

Soup

An image shows cucumber gazpacho served in a white bowl with chili pepper flakes on the side.

Cucumber Gazpacho

Side Dishes

A close overhead shot shows air fried frozen asparagus served on a neutral color plate

Frozen asparagus in air fryer

Breakfast

Photo shows 3 perfectly poached eggs made in an air fryer and served on a light gray color plate

Air Fryer Poached Eggs

Side Dishes

An overhead shot shows a big plate of roasted bok choy served on a platter with garlic chili sauce

Roasted Bok Choy

Side Dishes

A close shot shows frozen corn cobs air fried to golden juicy delicious served on a white plate with sprinkles on top

Frozen Corn on the Cob Air Fryer

Side Dishes

Korean cucumber salad drizzled with dressing and served in a white brown color plate.

Korean Cucumber Salad (Oi Muchim)

Appetizers

A bowl filled with crispy, golden-brown zucchini fries in air fryer, coated in breadcrumbs, with a small dish of creamy dipping sauce in the background.

Air fryer zucchini fries

Side Dishes

A close overhead shot shows the gochujang pasta noodles covered in sauce and served in a light gray color plate.

Gochujang Pasta

Side Dishes

A close shot photo shows cucumber noodles drizzled with thai peanut sauce in a serving bowl

Cucumber Noodles with Thai Peanut Sauce

Appetizers

An overhead close shots shows air fried devilled eggs garnished with paprika and chive over a neutral color plate

Air Fryer Deviled Eggs

Side Dishes

A close shot shows hibachi noodles sitr-fried and served in a blue white color bowl

Hibachi Noodles

Side Dishes

An overhead shot shows hibachi veggies stir-fried and served in a black/white color plate

Hibachi Vegetables

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