Asian Comfort Food Archives - RecipeWikki https://recipewikki.com/tag/asian-comfort-food/ Wikipedia of Awesome Taste Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:01:10 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.2 https://recipewikki.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/icons8-kawaii-rice-64.png Asian Comfort Food Archives - RecipeWikki https://recipewikki.com/tag/asian-comfort-food/ 32 32 Basic Congee https://recipewikki.com/basic-congee-recipe-simple-comforting/ Wed, 23 Jul 2025 07:01:10 +0000 https://recipewikki.com/?p=8402 Warm, silky, and incredibly comforting, congee is a timeless rice porridge cherished across Asia—often served as a gentle breakfast or a healing meal when you’re feeling under the weather. Made with just a few basic ingredients, it simmers into a creamy, soothing bowl that acts as the perfect base for endless toppings, from scallions and […]

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]]> Warm, silky, and incredibly comforting, congee is a timeless rice porridge cherished across Asia—often served as a gentle breakfast or a healing meal when you’re feeling under the weather. Made with just a few basic ingredients, it simmers into a creamy, soothing bowl that acts as the perfect base for endless toppings, from scallions and soy sauce to shredded chicken or a soft-boiled egg. Simple, nourishing, and endlessly customizable, congee is comfort food at its finest.

Origin Basic Congee

Congee has been made for thousands of years throughout China and neighboring countries. Every region — and every family — has its own way of preparing it, whether plain, enriched with broth, or simmered with aromatics like ginger and garlic.

What I Love About This Recipe

It requires almost no effort. You simply simmer rice and water (or stock) until they break down into a creamy porridge. From there, you can customize it however you like, from savory toppings to a drizzle of soy sauce.

Also Read : Creamy Dill German Potato Salad

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Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: Recipes
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

150

kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 cup uncooked white rice (short- or medium-grain preferred)

  • 8 cups water or chicken broth

  • 1-inch piece fresh ginger, sliced (optional)

  • ½ tsp salt, or to taste

Directions

  • Rinse rice under cold water until the water runs mostly clear.
  • In a large pot, combine rice, water or broth, ginger (if using), and salt.
  • Bring to a boil over high heat.
  • Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking, about 1–1½ hours, until the rice breaks down and the congee reaches your desired consistency. Add more water if needed.
  • Remove ginger slices.
  • Ladle into bowls and serve hot with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • For a smoother texture, cook longer and stir more frequently.
  • Popular toppings include sliced green onions, soy sauce, shredded chicken, century eggs, pickled vegetables, and toasted sesame oil.
  • Leftover congee thickens as it sits — just add water when reheating.

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]]> Ants Climbing a Tree (Glass Noodles Stir-Fry) https://recipewikki.com/ants-climbing-a-tree-glass-noodles-stir-fry/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 17:37:23 +0000 https://recipewikki.com/?p=7808 A fiery, savory Sichuan classic this dish features ground meat clinging to slippery glass noodles, mimicking “ants climbing a tree.” It’s packed with bold flavors and a delightfully chewy texture. Origin Ants Climbing a Tree (Glass Noodles Stir-Fry) Known as Ma Yi Shang Shu in Chinese, this iconic Sichuan dish gets its name from the […]

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]]> A fiery, savory Sichuan classic this dish features ground meat clinging to slippery glass noodles, mimicking “ants climbing a tree.” It’s packed with bold flavors and a delightfully chewy texture.

Origin Ants Climbing a Tree (Glass Noodles Stir-Fry)

Known as Ma Yi Shang Shu in Chinese, this iconic Sichuan dish gets its name from the visual of bits of ground pork clinging to translucent noodles resembling ants on branches. It’s quick, affordable, and loaded with umami.

What I Love About This Recipe

It’s simple to make but full of flavor spicy, savory, a little sweet, and super satisfying. The glass noodles soak up the sauce like magic!

Also Read : Japanese-Style Triple-Seared Steak

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Recipe by RecipeWikki
Servings

2

servings
Prep time

10

minutes
Cooking time

20

minutes
Calories

860

kcal

Ingredients

  • 100 g (3.5 oz) glass noodles (mung bean or sweet potato noodles)

  • 200 g (7 oz) ground pork or chicken

  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil

  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced

  • 2 garlic cloves, minced

  • 2 green onions, chopped

  • 1 tbsp doubanjiang (spicy fermented bean paste)

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tsp dark soy sauce (for color)

  • 1 tsp Shaoxing wine (optional)

  • ½ tsp sugar

  • 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth

  • Chili flakes or Sichuan peppercorns (optional, to taste)

Directions

  • Soak glass noodles in warm water for 10–15 minutes until softened. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat oil in a wok or skillet over medium heat. Add ginger and garlic; stir-fry until fragrant.
  • Add ground pork and cook until browned and slightly crispy.
  • Stir in doubanjiang, soy sauces, Shaoxing wine, and sugar. Mix well.
  • Add broth and bring to a simmer. Add drained noodles and stir to coat.
  • Cook until the noodles absorb most of the liquid and are coated in sauce, about 3–5 minutes.
  • Toss in green onions and additional chili if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

  • Doubanjiang is key for authentic Sichuan flavor — look for it at Asian markets.
  • For a vegetarian version, use minced mushrooms or tofu instead of pork.
  • Adjust spice level by reducing or increasing doubanjiang and chili.

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]]> Beef Miso Ramen https://recipewikki.com/beef-miso-ramen/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 10:31:54 +0000 https://recipewikki.com/?p=7800 Rich, savory, and deeply comforting — this beef miso ramen combines tender slices of beef, a flavorful miso broth, and classic ramen toppings for a soul-warming bowl that’s better than takeout. Origin Beef Miso Ramen Miso ramen hails from Hokkaido, Japan, known for its hearty, umami-rich soups. This version adds thinly sliced beef for extra […]

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]]> Rich, savory, and deeply comforting — this beef miso ramen combines tender slices of beef, a flavorful miso broth, and classic ramen toppings for a soul-warming bowl that’s better than takeout.

Origin Beef Miso Ramen

Miso ramen hails from Hokkaido, Japan, known for its hearty, umami-rich soups. This version adds thinly sliced beef for extra protein and depth of flavor, making it a complete, satisfying meal.

What I Love About This Recipe

The broth is bold and creamy with miso, while the beef adds a hearty twist. It’s cozy, filling, and totally slurp-worthy — ideal for chilly nights or ramen cravings.

Also Read : Rotisserie Chicken Pasta Bake

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Recipe by RecipeWikkiCourse: Random
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

600

kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 packs ramen noodles (fresh or instant, seasoning discarded)

  • 200 g (7 oz) thinly sliced beef (ribeye or sirloin)

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • 2 tbsp white miso paste

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp mirin

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tsp ginger, grated

  • 4 cups chicken or beef broth

  • 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richness)

  • Soft-boiled egg

  • Corn kernels

  • Green onions, sliced

  • Nori (seaweed)

  • Bean sprouts

  • Toasted sesame seeds

Directions

  • Heat sesame oil in a pot over medium heat. Add garlic and ginger, sauté until fragrant.
  • Add sliced beef and cook until browned. Remove and set aside.
  • Stir miso paste, soy sauce, and mirin into the pot. Slowly add broth, whisking to dissolve miso. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  • Add butter if using. Simmer for 5–10 minutes for flavor to develop.
  • Meanwhile, cook ramen noodles according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  • To serve, divide noodles into bowls. Pour hot broth over, top with beef and desired toppings. Enjoy hot!

Notes

  • Don’t boil miso — add it after removing from high heat to preserve its delicate flavor.
  • Use dashi broth for even more authentic Japanese flavor.
  • Add chili oil for a spicy kick.

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