Eggplant Sambal (Sambal Terong)
In this eggplant sambal terong recipe, the eggplant is equal to the spice paste and onions, creating a gooey and flavourful spicy condiment.
Basil (Pad Krapao) with String Beans
Pad krapao is one of my favourite Thai street food dishes. This fun green version with string beans is quick and easy to make.
Stir Fried Bean Sprouts
Stir fried bean sprouts is a very simple homely dish that every Chinese grandparent would have made at some stage as part of a meal.
Thai-Inspired Banana Blossom Salad
Banana blossom has a unique texture and flavour. This Thai banana blossom salad is the perfect balance of sweet, spicy, sour and salty.
Sayur Lodeh (Coconut Vegetable Curry)
Sayur lodeh is an unassuming coconut vegetable curry and one of my favourite comfort foods, bringing back the memories and tastes of home.
Eggplant in Spicy Sweet Soy Sauce
This easy recipe is a Chindonesian mash up where creamy eggplant meets the slight crunch of the spicy sweet soy sauce.
Vegan Tom Yum Soup Two Ways
Recipes for two versions of vegan tom yum soup—the bold and creamy tom yum nam khon, and the clean and clear tom yum nam sai.
Bhindi Masala (Okra Curry)
Tomatoes, onion, garlic, ginger and a variety of spices make up the masala base for a simple and tasty Indian okra dish.
Tofu-Stuffed Bittergourd (素酿苦瓜)
Stuffed bittergourd is often eaten as part of yong tau foo, but it is also a delicious and beautiful standalone side dish for a Chinese meal.
Karela Sabzi (Fried Bittergourd)
In this easy two-ingredient recipe, the sweet onion offsets the bitterness of the fried bittergourd and the amchur adds a tangy lift.
Thai Cashew Tofu (Pad Med Mamuang)
Thai cashew tofu or tofu pad med mamuang is a savoury, spicy dish where soft protein is contrasted with a crunchy bite in a tangy sauce.
10-Minute Hot & Sour Soup (酸辣汤)
This super easy and customizable 10-minute hot and sour soup is a great appetizer that warms you to the core after a cold rainy day.
Sichuan Eggplant (鱼香茄子)
This Sichuan eggplant dish features a balance of salty, sour, sweet, spicy, fragrant and the freshness of ginger, garlic and spring onion.
Vegan Sweet & Sour Cauliflower (咕噜花菜)
This vegan sweet and sour is light and appetising, and the freshness of the vegetables cut through the rich sauce. So good with rice!
Vegan Mapo Tofu (麻婆豆腐)
Mapo tofu is saucy and full of flavour, and surprisingly quick to make. This is the authentic Sichuan way of preparing this dish.
Singapore Cereal Not-Prawns (麦片豆腐)
Singapore cereal prawns is a very unique dish using curry leaves and crispy salty-sweet oats. This vegan version is packed with protein!
Holy Basil Stir-Fry Tofu (Pad Krapao)
This spicy and savoury vegan Thai holy basil stir-fry or pad krapao with tofu can be whipped up in 15 minutes for a quick and delicious meal.
Thai Green Papaya Salad (Som Tam)
The most famous of Thai salads, the green papaya salad or som tam is a bright and flavourful dish from Isan region of Thailand.
Avocado Green Curry (Kang Kaew Wan)
Sweet and spicy, green curry is the crowd favourite of Thai curries. An additional avocado at the end adds an unorthodox but tasty twist.
Vegan No Name Vegetable Fritters
No Name is a vegetable fritter popular within Thailand. This vegan version can be kid-friendly and goes well with curry.
Three Cup Not-Chicken (素台式三杯雞)
This vegan version of Taiwanese Three Cup Chicken is tasty and warming, with the fragrance of ginger, rice wine, and sesame oil.
Indonesian Banana Blossom Curry
This spicy and creamy Indonesian banana blossom curry brings all the feels of a Javanese warung with the interesting texture of the blossom.
Sichuan Sauteed Green Beans (干煸四季豆)
This authentic Sichuan sauteed green beans captures the creamy flavour of fresh beans while adding highlights of chilli and Sichuan pepper.
Sambal Goreng Tahu Tempe | Spicy Tofu Tempeh
Soft tofu, dense tempeh and crunchy beans in sambal with coconut cream. Sambal goreng tahu tempe is an excellent high-protein vegan dish.
Pan Fried Tofu (香煎豆腐)
Crispy on the outside and soft on the inside with a savoury sauce, this pan-fried tofu recipe is quick, simple, and so very tasty.
Vegan Otak-Otak / Otah from Okara or Tofu
This recipe creates a vegan and gluten-free otak-otak (otah) using okara or tofu and rice flour. The end product is spicy, firm, and silky.
Sichuan Spicy Glass Noodle (蚂蚁上树)
In this spicy glass noodles dish, vegan mince meets classic Sichuan flavours of ginger, garlic, spring onions and fermented bean paste.
Vegan Okara Thai Fish Cakes (Tod Mun)
These vegan Thai fish cakes made from okara and tofu have a great spicy seafood flavour and are a perfect starter or party dish.
Vegan Singapore Chilli Crab – Authentic Recipe
This vegan Singapore chilli crab has all the great flavour of the authentic version. Make it with tofu, mushrooms, or seitan.
Vegan Gong Bao Chicken (宫保素丁)
With cauliflower instead of chicken, and an addition from Singapore, you won’t get enough of this sweet and savoury vegan gong bao dish.
Vegan Singapore Not-Chicken Curry
In this classic and aromatic Singaporean / Malaysian vegan curry, tofu and king oyster mushroom taste better than chicken.
Sigua with Glass Noodles (粉丝蒸丝瓜)
Enjoy the delicate flavour of sigua in this simple steamed dish with glass noodles that brings out its naturally sweet aroma and juices.
Red Curry (Kang Phet) with Rambutan
There is really no substitute for a good, hot, spicy, red curry. Except, maybe, a red curry with rambutan! Seriously, try it.
Vegan Sambal Sotong (Chilli Squid)
Springy and chewy king oyster mushrooms are perfect squid alternatives in this mouth-watering and simple vegan sambal sotong dish.
Scallops with Glass Noodles (素鲜贝粉丝)
Super easy and tasty, this vegan scallops dish is all about the wonderful flavour of garlic and the sweetness of the king oyster mushroom.
Choy Sum with Mushroom (香菇炒菜心)
A staple dish in Chinese households, choy sum with garlic and mushroom is quick and simple to prepare and an iron-rich addition to your meal.
Lemongrass Not-Pork Skewers
An easy and good-looking dish with the freshness of kaffir lime and lemongrass. Made with OmniMeat. Warning: These are addictive!
Steamed Tofu Fish Custard (Hor Mok)
Tofu is a perfect substitute for fish in this yummy Thai vegan hor mok that is packed with different layers of subtle flavours.
Mushroom Scallops with XO Sauce
This is beautifully simplistic dish. The king oyster mushroom scallops are sweet and juicy and carry the delicious XO sauce nicely.
Gluten-Free Vegan Okara Sausages
Okara is a common by-product or tofu and is more nutritious in comparison. These vegan okara sausages are delicious and gluten-free!
Vegan Banh Xeo (Vietnamese Pancake)
Vegan banh xeo is a crispy and springy Vietnamese pancake with the fragrance of coconut and served with fresh herbs.
Vegan Jungle Curry (Kang Pa)
Thai jungle curry traditionally uses foraged ingredients and no coconut milk. In my local home rendition, I use green papaya and malunggay.
Vegan Laab Moo (Thai Mince Salad)
Vegan laab moo is a spicy and savoury salad with the crunch of toasted sticky rice powder and the freshness of shallots and mint.
Ginataang Papaya (in Coconut Milk)
Made with green papaya, malunggay and vegan protein, this vegan ginataang papaya is not only comforting but also extremely nutritious.
Spicy Shredded Eggplant & Mushroom
Eggplant, oyster mushrooms, and onion splashed with street-side BBQ spices create a quick and easy side dish that is super flavourful.
Vayam Masak Merah (Tomato Chick’un)
Combine a rempah, whole spices, tomatoes, and turmeric batter and you get this spicy, tangy and delicious vegan ayam masak merah.
Crispy Tofu Vegan Bicol Express
This crispy tofu vegan Bicol Express is a stew of coconut milk and lots of chilli. It is delicious, quick to cook and easier on your health.
Vegan Jamaican Curry Goat
This vegan Jamaican curry goat stewed with the irreplaceable scotch bonnet pepper and turmeric is not just spicy but so flavourful as well.
Nyonya Achar (Spicy Mixed Pickles)
Crunchy vegetables in a spicy sour peanut marinade, Nyonya achar is an addictive appetizer or side dish to spruce up any meal.
Vegan Okara Spam Luncheon Meat
This vegan okara luncheon meat is much more healthy and contains zero mystery meat. And you get so much taste from a small serving.
Steamed Black Bean ‘Ribs’ (豉汁蒸素肉)
This yumcha favourite vegan steamed black bean ‘ribs’ is easy to make. Simply marinate the vegan protein in the tasty sauce and steam!
Tahu Goreng (Indonesian Deep Fried Tofu)
Tofu with a crispy exterior and soft inside, on a bed of spicy-sweet-nutty sauce, tahu goreng is one of those delectably simple dishes.
Vegan Dong Po Rou (素东坡肉)
Made of tofu and winter melon, this vegan dong po rou / braised pork belly is just as beautiful in texture and easier on your health.
2-Ingredient Long Bean Omelette
This simple long bean chickpea omelette is chock full of protein and looks nice enough to (possibly) con your kids into eating their beans.
Vegan Filipino Fiesta Menudo
This vegan fiesta menudo is made with carrots, potatoes, tofu, seitan, and sausage, cooked in a sweet and savoury tomato stew.
Long Beans with Mince (肉末豆角)
Long beans and mince is a very quick and easy side dish. It is intensely flavourful and perfect for mixing together with plain rice.
Enoki in Tofu Skin (金针菇豆皮卷)
Enoki mushrooms wrapped in tofu skin and cooked in a light sauce. A lovely and fancy-looking dish that can be created in no time at all.
OmniMeat Stuffed Long Beans (素酿豆角)
A pretty dish of OmniMeat and water chestnuts stuffed into braided long beans, cooked in a simple black bean and garlic sauce.
Gising-Gising (Spicy Long Beans)
Gising-Gising means “wake up, wake up”, because the chillies will slap you in the face! This sweet and spicy dish is absolutely addictive.
Miang Kham (Thai One Bite Wrap)
Miang kham is a journey of flavours wrapped in a leaf. Every single one-bite parcel has the perfect combination of tastes and sensations.
Sichuan Chilli Not-Chicken (辣子鸡)
Sichuan chilli not-chicken is super spicy and flavourful. Part of the fun is picking out the bits of protein between the chillies!
Vegan Satay – Authentic Singapore Recipe
Satay is a mainstay of Singaporean hawker centre food. This authentic vegan satay is aromatic and delicious, and will keep you wanting more.
Vegan Eurasian Devil’s Curry (Curry Debal)
This very spicy and tangy vegan devil’s curry (curry debal) made from Christmas leftovers is a Boxing Day staple in Eurasian families.
Vegan Okara Fish – DIY Mock Meat
Make your own vegan okara fish with okara and vital wheat gluten. This soft but firm mock meat is perfect for soups and curries!
Lemongrass Tofu with Kangkong – Easy Delicious
Pan-fried tofu and blanched kangkong in a lemongrass sauce bring simple and clean flavours that are the highlight of this dish.
Salt and Pepper Tofu (椒盐豆腐)
Salt and pepper tofu features crispy and flavourful batter combined with a topping of crunchy garlic and chillies. Quick, easy, and yummy!
Braised “Abalone & Scallops” (六六大顺)
6 bok choy, 6 shiitake mushroom “abalone”, and 6 king oyster mushroom “scallops”. 六六大顺 is an easy and very auspicious dish!
Glutinous Rice Shao Mai (糯米烧卖)
Steamed shao mai filled with glutinous rice, carrots, and mushrooms. 蒸蒸日上 means you will constantly be on the up and up!
Golden Money Bag Wontons (福袋馄饨)
Stuffed full of tofu and vegetable goodness and deep-fried till golden, these money bag wontons are super cute and auspicious.
Lo Pak Go (萝卜糕) Cantonese Radish Cake
This creamy and savoury lo pak go (Cantonese radish cake) is a favourite at Hong Kong tea cafes and a delicious tea time snack!
Ngor Hiang Beancurd Skin Roll (五香卷)
These yummy vegan ngor hiang are deep-fried beancurd skin rolls stuffed with five-spiced OmniMeat, water chestnut, and carrot.
Koi Goldfish Dumplings (金鱼饺子)
These vegan koi goldfish dumplings look beautiful and are very auspicious for a 年年有余 Lunar New Year where you will want for nothing.
Deep Fried Nian Gao Radish Cake Sandwich
This deep-fried nian gao radish cake sandwich features creamy savoury radish cake and sticky sweet nian gao wrapped in crispy rice paper.
Vegan Pandan Chicken (Gai Hor Bai Toey)
Infused with the fragrance of pandan leaves, this vegan pandan chicken is delicious and also looks fantastic! Perfect for parties!
Tofu Katsu Rad Prik (Thai Chilli Tofu)
Tofu katsu rad prik combines the awesome crunch of tofu katsu with a flavourful Thai chilli sauce for an explosive combination!
Noodle-Wrapped Prawns (面线虾)
Vegan noodle-wrapped prawns is a two-ingredient entrée that is great for entertaining. Crunchy, tasty, and looks stunning!
Vegan Prawns Recipe – DIY From Rice
This vegan prawns recipe teaches you how to make vegan prawns from scratch with some simple ingredients. Good to eat and fun to make!
Vegan Yum Som-o (Thai Pomelo Salad)
This vegan yum som-o is a Thai pomelo and prawn salad which hits all the notes of sweet, salty, spicy, sour, fragrant, and nutty.
Vegan Rendang Recipe with Tofu & Seitan
Must-try vegan rendang recipe! An flavourful spice paste combined with aromatic whole spices, thickened with coconut milk and candlenuts.
Vegan Bak Kut Teh (素肉骨茶)
This vegan bak kut teh has different mushrooms and tofu stewed in Chinese herbal soup for a layered and nourishing meal.
Vegan Bacon Fried Cabbage – Quick & Easy
Sweet, savoury, and smoky, this vegan bacon fried cabbage is a super quick dish to whip up and always a winner at the family table.
Black Bean Seitan Beef with Bittergourd
This black bean beef with bittergourd with homemade seitan is a savoury and sweet umami-packed dish that will make you love bittergourd!
Sixi Kaofu Gluten Salad (四喜烤麸)
Sixi kaofu is a Shanghainese sweet and savoury dish made with braised gluten cubes, mushrooms, daylilies, peanuts, and bamboo shoots.
Sabudana Vada | Sago Potato Patties
Sabudana vada or sago potato patties are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. They look great and taste delicious!
Mushroom Manchurian | Indian-Chinese
Deep-fried mushrooms are coated in a sweet, salty, spicy sauce and tossed with onions and bell peppers in this vegan mushroom Manchurian.
Starch Water Spam Luncheon Meat
This is a very easy recipe to make your own tasty vegan luncheon meat or starch water spam from excess WTF starch water.
Vegan Cola Chicken WTF Seitan | 可乐素鸡
Make your own seitan chick’un (or use tofu) and braise it in a unique sauce in this deliciously sweet and savoury vegan cola chicken dish.
Vegan Kam Heong Tofu | 甘香豆腐
This vegan kam heong tofu is an intensely flavourful and aromatic dish, all savoury, sweet, salty, spicy, and umami at the same time.
Summer Chickpea Curry with Green Mango
This protein-packed vegan chickpea curry with green mango is thick and heavy on flavour while being tangy and light on the digestive system.
Soft Tofu in Tomato Sauce | 茄汁日本豆腐
This is a simple and delicious kid-friendly vegan recipe. The soft tofu is fried until crispy then drenched in a tasty tomato sauce.
Tohu Gyet | Burmese Shan Tofu Curry
This Burmese Shan tofu curry with creamy chickpea tofu cubes is a tasty and simple tomato-based dish with an adjustable spice level.
Xinjiang Cumin Lamb Seitan | 孜然素羊肉
This vegan Xinjiang cumin lamb with seitan uses a delicious combination of herbs and spices to create an authentic and delicious flavour.
Vegan Nam Tok Het (Thai Waterfall Salad)
This vegan nam tok het (Thai waterfall salad) is made with juicy oyster mushrooms paired with ground toasted sticky rice and fresh mint.
Dongbei Coriander Salad (东北老虎菜)
This Dongbei coriander salad is spicy, pungent, and fragrant. It is a very appetizing side dish that takes only ten minutes to prepare.
Cucumber Sprite Pickle (网红雪碧泡黄瓜)
This incredibly quick and easy cucumber Sprite pickle is sweet and sour and absolutely refreshing. Perfect for parties or a fridge staple.
Yum Woon Sen | Thai Vermicelli Salad
Yum woon sen or Thai vermicelli salad is a refreshing salad made with glass noodles, fresh lime juice, roast peanuts, and coriander.
Steamed Soft Tofu with Mince | 肉末蒸嫩豆腐
This comforting steamed soft tofu is covered in minced TVP and mushroom and drenched with a simple sauce for an easy and yummy weekday dish.
Tofu Pad Pong Karee | Thai Curry Sauce
This saucy vegan pad pong karee is tofu fried in a curry and nam prik pao (roasted chilli) sauce, thickened with tofu and non-dairy milk.
Fragrant Spicy Lotus Root | 香辣扮莲藕
This fragrant and spicy lotus root recipe is so easy you can make it in 15 minutes. Super tasty and perfect for weeknights and lunches.
Smashed Cucumber Salad | 拍黄瓜
This crunchy and spicy smashed cucumber salad is super easy and so delicious. It is a great failure-free side dish for a Chinese meal.
Tofu Kratiem Prik Thai | Thai Garlic Pepper
Tofu is stir-fried in a lip-smacking kratiem prik Thai sauce that combines the flavours of garlic, black pepper, and coriander roots.
Vegan Sambal Stingray with Chinchalok
This vegan sambal stingray is made with mushrooms coated in home-made sambal chilli sauce. Tasty and spicy with the fragrance of banana leaf.
Steamed Garlic Enoki | 蒜蓉金针菇
This steamed garlic enoki is a super easy and tasty 15-minute dish that is great for kids too. My favourite zero-failure way to eat enoki!
Chinese BBQ Flavour Tofu Sticks | 烧烤味腐竹
Chewy tofu sticks 腐竹 (fu zhu) are sliced and tossed in a delicious sauce reminiscent of the street-side BBQ stands in China. So easy, so good!
Gochugaru Tofu | Crispy, Tangy & Addictive!
Gochugaru tofu is so crispy and spicy with a tangy bite from bell peppers and tomatoes. So easy and yum, you will make this again and again!
Pad Cha Het | Spicy Mushroom Stir-fry
Pad cha het is a Thai style stir-fry where mushrooms are cooked over high heat with aromatic spices. Are you ready for the flavour explosion?
Tofu with Beansprouts | Taukwa with Taugeh
Tofu with beansprouts is a simple and down-to-earth dish that reminds me of my grandmother. Very easy to prepare and it tastes like home.
Pak Boong Fai Daeng | Stir-Fried Morning Glory
Pak boong fai daeng is a Thai stir-fried morning glory or kangkong dish that is cheap, tasty, and very easy to make. Perfect for busy days!