Quick and Easy Asian Dinner Ideas

Teriyaki Salmon

Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal to whip up or an impressive dinner party dish, teriyaki salmon is a great option. This Asian-inspired dish is made with fresh, succulent salmon fillets that are grilled and glazed with a homemade teriyaki sauce. The result is a slightly sweet, flavorful dish that pairs perfectly with white rice and steamed vegetables. For a healthier version, try swapping white rice for quinoa or cauliflower rice.

Ingredients

2 salmon fillets
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, ginger, and garlic powder.
Place the salmon in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over it. Allow to marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Grill the salmon for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
Serve the salmon with cooked white rice and steamed vegetables.

Nutrition

This recipe yields 2 servings. Each serving contains 358 calories, 34.7g of protein, 13.7g of fat, and 18.8g of carbohydrates. It also provides 4.7g of dietary fiber, 7.1g of sugar, and 745mg of sodium.

General Tso’s Chicken

General Tso’s Chicken is a classic Chinese-American dish that can be found on the menus of many Chinese restaurants. This delicious dish is made with crisp chicken pieces that are coated in a sweet and slightly spicy sauce. The result is a flavorful dish that is sure to be a hit with the whole family. This dish is traditionally served over steamed white rice, but it can also be served with cauliflower rice for a healthier option.

Ingredients

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 green onions, thinly sliced
1/4 cup toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and pepper.
Dip the chicken cubes in the flour mixture, coating them evenly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the water, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes.
Heat the canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken cubes and cook for 6-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken is golden and cooked through.
Pour the sauce over the chicken and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
Serve the chicken with steamed white rice and top with the green onions and sesame seeds.

Nutrition

This recipe yields 4 servings. Each serving contains 407 calories, 23.7g of protein, 18.1g of fat, and 30.8g of carbohydrates. It also provides 1.7g of dietary fiber, 7.8g of sugar, and 745mg of sodium.