East Meets Feast: Unveiling 6 Delectable Asian Christmas Dinner Recipes

Experience the enchantment of an Asian-inspired Christmas feast, where each dish unveils a unique blend of flavors. From Korean Fried Chicken Bites to Chinese Steamed Fish, these curated recipes promise to add a touch of innovation and tradition to your holiday celebration.

1. Korean Fried Chicken Bites

Dive into the world of Korean Fried Chicken Bites — succulent, spicy, and double-fried for that perfect crunch. An ideal addition to your festive Asian-inspired Christmas spread.

Ingredients:

• 2.5 lb Chicken Thigh (with skin)

• 0.5 tsp Salt

• 1 tsp Black Pepper

• 2 tbsp Rice Wine (Optional)

• 4 cloves Garlic (grated)

• 2 tbsp Soy Sauce

• 1 cup Flour

• ½ cup Corn Starch

• 0.5 tbsp Onion Powder

• 0.5 tbsp Garlic Powder

• 1 tsp Baking Powder

• 1 cup COLD Water

• tbsp Korean Red Chili Paste

• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)

• 1 tbsp Honey

• 0.5 tbsp Soy Sauce

• 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds

Method:

• Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces, marinate with salt, black pepper, rice wine, grated garlic, and soy sauce. Let it rest for 30 minutes.

• Mix flour, corn starch, cold water, garlic powder, baking powder, and onion powder until smooth.

• Coat marinated chicken in the batter and fry in hot oil until crispy and golden brown.

• Optional: Double fry for extra crispiness.

• In a separate pan, sauté Korean Red Chili Paste, minced garlic, and soy sauce. Add half of the fried chicken, toss, and garnish with sesame seeds.

2. Japchae – Korean Glass Noodle Stir-fry

Embark on a culinary journey with Japchae, a colorful blend of sweet potato noodles, veggies, and a soy-based sauce. A festive sensation for your Christmas table.

Ingredients:

• 250g Korean Sweet Potato Starch Glass Noodles

• 3 Eggs

• 1 Red Bell Pepper (sliced)

• ½ Carrot (shredded)

• 5 Shiitake Mushrooms (sliced)

• 1 Onion (sliced)

• 3 cloves Garlic (minced)

• 3 cups Spinach

• Spinach Seasoning (0.5 tsp Salt, 1 tsp Sesame Oil)

Sauce:

• 5 tbsp Soy Sauce

• 2 tbsp Sesame Oil

• 2 tbsp Honey

• 1 tsp Black Pepper

• 1 tbsp Roasted Sesame Seeds

Method:

• Cook glass noodles, rinse, and coat with sesame oil.

• Sauté vegetables separately.

• Whisk eggs, make thin layers, roll, and slice.

• Mix sauce ingredients.

• Combine noodles, vegetables, eggs, and sauce. Mix well and enjoy!

3. Salt and Pepper Tofu

Elevate your holiday spread with the simplicity of Salt and Pepper Tofu — crispy, seasoned perfection paired with a fragrant garlic and chili sauté.

Ingredients:

• 14 ounces Medium Firm Tofu (cubed)

• 1 tbsp Salt

• 2 cups Water

• 1.5 cups Tapioca Starch

Seasoning Powder:

• ¾ tsp Salt

• ½ tsp Garlic Powder

• 1 tsp White Pepper

• ½ tsp Ground Sichuan Peppercorn

• 1 tsp Mushroom Powder

• ¼ tsp Ground Chili

Rest of the Dish:

• 6 cloves Garlic (minced)

• 3 Red Chilies (chopped)

• 2 Green Onions (chopped)

Method:

• Soak tofu in salted water for 10 minutes, coat in tapioca starch.

• Fry tofu until crispy; double fry for extra crispiness.

• Mix seasoning powder.

• Sauté garlic, chilies, and green onions. Add tofu and seasoning.

4. Chinese Steamed Fish

Bring elegance to your festive gathering with Chinese Steamed Fish — a whole fish adorned with green onions, ginger, and a delectable soy-based sauce.

Ingredients:

• 1 Whole Fish (~2lb)

• 8 Green Onions

• 6 slices Ginger

• 2 tbsp Chinese Cooking Wine

• 1/4 cup Oil

• 4 tbsp LKK Premium Soy Sauce

• 3 tbsp Sugar

Method:

• Stuff fish with green onions and ginger, steam for 20 minutes.

• Julienne green onions and slice ginger.

• Heat oil, mix soy sauce and sugar.

• Transfer fish, top with green onions, ginger, and sauce. Drizzle hot oil, garnish.

5. Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken

Add Taiwanese flair to your celebration with Popcorn Chicken — bite-sized delights marinated and fried to perfection, served with crispy Thai basil.

Ingredients:

• 6 Boneless Chicken Thighs (cubed)

• 2.5 tbsp Soy Sauce

• 3 tbsp Chinese Cooking Wine

• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)

• 1 tbsp Five Spice Powder

• 1 Large Egg

• 3.5 tbsp Rice Flour

• 1.5 cups Thai Basil

• 2 cups Tapioca Starch

Method:

• Marinate chicken, add rice flour and egg.

• Coat with tapioca starch; fry with Thai basil.

• Optional: Double fry.

• Sprinkle seasoning mix. Enjoy!

6. CRISPY Chicken Karaage

Savor the rich flavors of CRISPY Chicken Karaage — succulent chunks of chicken with a tantalizing blend of soy sauce, five-spice powder, and more.

Ingredients:

• 2lb Pork Belly

• 1 cup Fried Shallots

• ¼ cup Soy Sauce

• ¼ cup Dark Soy Sauce

• 1.5 tbsp Five Spice Powder

• 2.5 tbsp Sugar

• ½ cup Chinese Cooking Wine

• 3 cups Water

Method:

• Chop pork belly, sauté, add ingredients, pressure cook.

• Add fried shallots, pressure cook.

• Optional: Add hard-boiled eggs.

As you savor the last bite, may these Asian-inspired Christmas dishes linger in your memory, creating a tapestry of festive moments filled with warmth, joy, and shared love for good food. Merry Christmas!