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Feature image shows air fryer orange chicken with rice, broccoli, and orange sauce in a bowl.Main CoursePhoto shows air fryer salt and pepper tofu served on a white plate with salt pepper seasoning on the side.Air FryerA purple plate filled with steamed baby bok choy with garlic and oyster sauce drizzled on top.Side DishesFeature image shows a pot of Napa cabbage soup with egg ribbons in a claypot.Soup
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 image shows crisp rice grains air fried in an air fryer basket with chicken and vegetables.Chinese AmericanThai Green Curry Chicken Recipe for Paleo, Whole30 and Keto easy meal prep from I Heart Umami.Thai

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Labor day cookout ideas

Fire up the grill the gather around the table. From smoky mains to fresh, shareable sides, these recipes are made for backyard celebrations all weekend long.

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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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Chinese steamed chicken

This Chinese Steamed Chicken with Goji Berries and Red Dates tastes like the pure essence of chicken soup with a…

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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3 Easy Asian Sides for Busy Weeknights

Three easy Asian side dishes you can make in minutes — perfect for busy weeknights, meal prep, or back-to-school lunches.

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Taiwanese recipes for cooler days

Light soups, quick sautes, and simple steamed veggies – these Taiwanese comfort dishes bring warmth and freshness to your table as the weather cools down.

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Taiwanese dan dan noodles

Saucy, nutty, savory, and just the right amount of heat—these Taiwanese Dan Dan Noodles are loaded with crispy pork crumbles,…

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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Photo shows air fryer salt and pepper tofu served on a white plate with salt pepper seasoning on the side.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

Gluten-Free Asian pantry quick starter guide

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

Chinese pantry staples

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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.

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