18 Quick Asian Meals For Weeknight Dinners

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If you worry about whipping up a meal for dinner this week, fret not. These 18 Asian meals are not only easy to do, but they're also delicious too! You're family is bound to love them.

Miso Udon Soup

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Ready in minutes, this Japanese classic miso udon soup is nourishing, comforting and so easy to make!

You could also choose to fry up some tempuras or salmon fishcakes to eat together.

Thai-Style Duck Breast Salad

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Putting together this easy Thai-style duck breast salad literally takes minutes and is a lovely way to use up that leftover duck meat.

Chicken Karaage With Soba Noodles

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Crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside, this delicious chicken karaage is great as an appetiser or for a main meal when paired with the likes of soba or rice.

Abalone and Mushroom Noodles

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Normally a delicacy for special events, add abalone to these gorgeous mushroom noodles for something more upscale!

Spicy Kung Pao Chicken

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A traditional favourite, kung pao chicken can be eaten with just about anything. From noodles to rice and even soft steamed buns!



Chilli Ham Fried Rice

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Especially if you have left-over rice hanging out in the fridge, fried rice is an easy and versatile choice for weeknights. If you love yours with more punchy flavours, go for this version featuring sliced leg ham and lots of chilli for a sizzling dish.

Korean Beef Stir-Fry

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Craving Korean? You can get your fix in under 30 mins with this recipe. It captures the flavours of juicy, marinated Korean beef, and you can throw in veggies in the same pot.

All you have to do is get the rice cooker going and you're good to go.

Pilaf-Style Coconut Cauliflower

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Feel like having Indian cuisine tonight? Make this unbelievable vegetarian pilaf-style coconut cauliflower without using any rice at all!

Thai Fish Burger

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Not only do kids love it, burgers are easy to whip up on weeknights, too. Give yours distinctive Thai flavours with spices and ingredients such as kecap manis, red Thai chilli, lime juice and more.

Mixed Wonton Soup

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Make your own delicious version of the classic mixed wonton soup using this super simple recipe.

Pork and Pineapple Salad

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This healthy pork and pineapple salad is great for dinner or a quick lunch snack.

Fried Rice with Lup Cheong and Shiitake Mushrooms

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This fried rice with lup cheong and shiitake mushrooms recipes is quick, easy and hearty enough for either lunch or dinner!



Prawn Pad Thai

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When you need a one-dish meal for busy days, this Prawn Pad Thai will satisfy the whole family.

Tandoori Salmon Skewers kebab-inspired salmon skewers infused with tandoori, curry and other spices.

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You'll want to add these kebab-inspired salmon skewers to your dinner menu rotation - infused with tandoori, curry, and other spices, it's perfect with naan or basmati rice.

Braised Pork Ribs Mee Sua Soup

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Rich and flavoursome, this quick and easy recipe combines savoury and meaty canned pork ribs with mee sua, or salted noodles made from wheat flour.

Prawn, Coconut And Cashew Curry

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Curry can seem like a daunting dish to make at home but with this fast and simple recipe, you'll be  feasting on succulent prawns and crunchy cashews in a sea of coconut and spice-based curry in no time.

Pork Stir-Fry With Basil, Orange And Rice Noodles

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Give your usual stir-fry a refreshing and bright spin with aromatic basil and punchy orange. Toss in rice noodles to make this a hearty meal.

Bountiful Asian Seafood Soup

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Brimming with seafood in a comforting broth, accompany it with jasmine rice for a satisfying family meal.



Text: Atika Lim Additional reporting: Michelle Lee

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