Hey there! Are you looking for some culinary inspiration for your next party or just for a cozy night at home? In our blog post “Top 10 easy Asian snacks to make at home” we share tasty and easy recipes that will bring a touch of Asia to your table. Let yourself be surprised and discover how easy it is to prepare delicious Asian snacks in your own kitchen. Have fun cooking!
What are Spring Rolls?
Spring rolls are a popular dish in Asian cuisine. They are light and crispy snacks filled with a combination of vegetables, rice vermicelli and sometimes meat or shrimp. These dishes are healthy, fresh and ideal as a side dish or light meal.
Ingredients for Spring Rolls
To make your own spring rolls you need:
- Rice sheets from the brand Lidl or Conimex
- Vegetables such as carrots, cucumber, lettuce, and avocado
- Rice vermicelli from Oriental Foods
- Optional: shrimp or grilled chicken
Step by Step Instructions
To roll your own spring rolls, follow these simple steps:
- Soak a rice paper in lukewarm water until it is soft.
- Place the rice paper on a damp tea towel.
- Place vegetables, rice vermicelli and possibly meat on the rice sheet.
- Fold the bottom over the filling and roll up tightly.
- Repeat with the remaining ingredients.
Dipping Sauce Recipe
A delicious dipping sauce completes spring rolls. Try this recipe for a spicy peanut sauce:
- Calvé Peanut Butter or Jumbo Peanut Butter
- Soy sauce from Kikkoman
- Sriracha sauce for a spicy kick
- Lime juice and honey for balance
Benefits of Homemade Spring Rolls
- Healthy and fresh ingredients
- Easy to customize to personal preferences
- Ideal as a light meal or snack
- Fun to make with friends or family
Now that you know the basics, get started and enjoy these delicious homemade spring rolls with dip!
Gyoza Dumplings: A Delicious Savory Treat
Dough parcels with a filling of your choice
Gyoza dumplings are popular Asian delicacies that can be filled with either meat or vegetables. These savory dough parcels are then steamed or fried, giving them a crispy texture on the outside and juiciness on the inside.
Step-by-step instructions
To make these tasty snacks yourself, follow these simple steps:
- Start by preparing the dough. For example, use Nihon Flour Mills Gyoza Wrapper Mix, specially formulated to make perfect dumplings.
- Finely chop the ingredients for the filling. For example, choose JBS ground beef or Quorn vegetarian mince for a delicious filling.
- Fill the dough sheets with the meat or vegetable mixture and fold them closed according to a traditional folded pattern.
- Fry the dumplings in a pan with oil until golden brown and crispy, or steam them for a healthier option.
Serving suggestions and dipping sauces
Gyoza dumplings taste best when served warm. Make a simple dipping sauce by mixing soy sauce with rice vinegar, ginger, and garlic. For a spicy kick, add some sriracha. Serve the dumplings sprinkled with sesame seeds and scallions for an extra dimension of flavor.
Enjoy an oriental delicacy
With these simple steps and quality ingredients, you can enjoy authentic gyoza dumplings at home. Experiment with different fillings and dipping sauces to create your own unique flavor combinations. Treat yourself and your guests to this delicious oriental delicacy and enjoy the flavors of Asian cuisine!
Sushi Rolls: Easy to Make Yourself
Want to enjoy delicious sushi rolls without having to visit a restaurant? With the right ingredients and a little practice, you can make your own sushi at home. In this blog post, we discuss simple sushi rolls that are easy to prepare. From making perfect sushi rice to choosing fillings that suit you, we’ll help you get started!
Step 1: Prepare the sushi rice
To start making sushi rolls it is important to prepare the perfect sushi rice. For example, use the Kokuho Rose sushi rice for an authentic taste and texture. Follow the instructions on the packaging for the best results.
Step 2: Choose your favorite fillings
The possibilities are endless when it comes to choosing fillings for your sushi rolls. Here are some popular options:
- Fresh salmon from the local fishmonger
- Organic quality cucumber
- Perfectly sliced avocado from the AvoKing brand
- Crab meat from the Delhaize supermarket
Combine these ingredients to your own taste for unique sushi creations.
Step 3: Roll up your sushi
Now comes the fun part: rolling your sushi! Use a bamboo sushi mat and Clearspring brand nori sheets for best results. Place a thin layer of sushi rice over the nori sheet, add your chosen fillings and carefully roll up tightly.
Step 4: Slice and serve
Cut your rolled sushi into equal pieces with a sharp Global sushi knife for a professional look. Serve your sushi rolls with soy sauce, wasabi and ginger for a complete sushi experience.
4. Bao buns
Bao buns are delicious steamed buns filled with tasty ingredients such as pork or vegetarian options. In this article you will learn how to make soft and fluffy bao dough yourself and how to fill it with your favorite ingredients.
Step 1: Making the bao bun dough
To start making bapao buns, you first need to prepare the dough. Here is a simple recipe to make soft and fluffy dough:
Ingredients:
- 500g flour
- 7g dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 250 ml warm water
Preparation:
- Mix the flour, dry yeast, sugar and salt in a bowl.
- Slowly add the warm water while kneading the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise under a damp tea towel for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Filling the bao buns
Now that the dough has risen, it's time to fill the rolls with your favorite ingredients. Here are a few suggestions:
- Pork (for example: fresh pork from the butcher De Vleesmeesters)
- Vegetarian options (such as tofu from Tofu Dreams)
Choose the filling that tickles your taste buds and fill the bao buns generously.
Step 3: Steaming the bao buns
After the bapao buns are filled, it is time to steam them. Use a steamer like the Philips Viva Collection Steamer and steam the buns for 15-20 minutes, or until done.
Enjoy your homemade bao buns!
With this simple recipe and these handy tips you can make delicious bapao buns yourself. Experiment with different fillings and enjoy these steamed delicacies. Enjoy!
Enjoy simply and tastefully!
Hopefully you’ve enjoyed this roundup of easy Asian appetizers to make at home. With recipes ranging from spring rolls to gyoza dumplings, there’s something for everyone. What are you waiting for? Get in the kitchen and bring the flavors of Asia to life in your dishes! Enjoy!
Frequently Asked Questions about Asian Appetizers
To make an easy edamame snack, follow these steps:
- Cook the edamame in boiling water for about 5 minutes.
- Drain and cool the edamame.
- Add some sea salt and mix well.
- You can serve the edamame both warm and cold as a healthy and tasty snack! Enjoy!
To make a simple Asian cucumber salad, start by peeling and thinly slicing a cucumber. Then toss the cucumber slices with rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, minced garlic, and red pepper flakes to taste. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped scallions, if desired. Enjoy!
A typical Asian ingredient that is often used in dumplings is ginger. Ginger adds a characteristic flavor and aroma to dumplings and is often used together with minced pork, spring onions and soy sauce to create a delicious filling. Ginger is known for its spicy and refreshing flavor, which perfectly complements the other ingredients in dumplings. It provides a rich and distinctive taste experience that is characteristic of many Asian dishes.
Vietnamese summer rolls and spring rolls are both popular dishes from Vietnamese cuisine, but they are different from each other. Vietnamese summer rolls are made with rice paper and are usually filled with fresh vegetables, herbs, rice noodles, and often shrimp or pork. They are often served with a peanut sauce or some kind of dipping sauce.
Spring rolls, on the other hand, are made from a thin sheet of dough and can be fried or baked. The filling of spring rolls usually consists of vegetables, meat (such as pork, chicken or shrimp) and sometimes glass noodles. The end result is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
So, the main difference between the two is the texture of the outside (rice paper vs. dough sheet) and the way they are prepared (raw vs. fried/baked). Both are delicious in their own way!
Korean pajeon pancakes are traditionally served with a flavorful dipping sauce called Cho-gochujang. This is a mix of soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, sesame oil, and gochujang (fermented red pepper paste). It makes for a delicious addition to the pancakes. Have fun cooking and enjoying your pajeon!
