In both Southeast and Southwest Asia, curry is very important to the cuisines; however, it's not as prominent of a flavor in the NorthEast. That being said, just because curry is famous in two different regions does not mean that it's the same. Each region's various traditions have impacted curry making throughout the years, changing the recipe in the process. The Southwest curries are usually yogurt-based, whereas, in the Southeast and Northeast, curries are mainly based on coconut milk.
Aside from ingredients, another thing that sets Asian food apart from the rest is how it's prepared. Asian food is often prepared with bite-sized ingredients, like veggies that are steamed or stir-fried for a short amount of time. In Western cuisine, ingredients don't usually come prepared beforehand. Instead, meals arrive on a large plate and cut with a fork and knife into smaller pieces. The bite-size style of eating not only makes Asian dishes more accessible, but it also allows for more comfortable sharingsomething prevalent in Asian food tradition, known as communal dining. Even with communal dining being quite popular, plates are still made in regular portion sizes, and overeating is hardly an issue.
Alongside vegetables, rice is another prominent ingredient used in Asian cuisine. Used as an accompaniment to almost every dish, rice is a versatile ingredient that works well with sweet and savory flavors. Because of its agreeable flavor profile, it's no surprise that it tastes fantastic when combined with this Burmese Tofu With Cilantro Lime Stir Fried Vegetables meal.
A plate based primarily on tofu, this dish puts a new twist on this cuisine by swapping out traditional tofu for a soy-free version. This soy-free Burmese tofu can be made in your kitchen with simple ingredients like garbanzo bean flour and is easy to make. When topped with tasty cilantro lime stir-fried vegetables and served over cooked rice, it's the perfect vegan gluten free and soy free meal. Additionally, coconut amino acids are used to replace soy sauce in this dish to provide the perfect tang. If you're new to using coconut aminos, it's important to note that they're a bit sweeter than soy sauce. If you choose to use soy sauce in this dish, it will need to be sweetened with an added ingredient like sweet chili sauce or hoisin sauce.
Who said oats had to be a breakfast food? At Bob's Red Mill, we're a huge fan of oats, and we eat them for every meal. From sweet to savory, oats can be combined with countless ingredients to make the perfect dish to satisfy your cravings. If you're searching for a savory and healthy Asian dinner recipe, then look no further. This Asian Style Steel Cut Oats Recipe with A Fried Egg and Sriracha is sure to be your new favorite.
To make this recipe, fresh, chopped ginger and garlic are roasted in sesame oil until it turns golden brown. Once the ginger begins browning, Bob's Red Mill Steel Cut Oats are added into the pot to allow for light toasting before the chicken stock is added. After the oats have had a minute or so to toast, chicken stock is added, creating a risotto-style dish that will have your mouth watering before you even have a chance to taste it. Next, this dish's flavors are balanced with cream cheese, onions, cilantro and lemon, all to be topped with a fried egg and sriracha. Overflowing with flavor and loaded with protein and nutrients, it's the perfect dinner recipe to set you up for a healthy week ahead.
