Thailand - pad Thai, satay, mango sticky rice. See here for more Thai recipes. Vietnam - pho, spring rolls, banh mi Indonesia - nasi goreng Malaysia/Singapore - laksa

South Asian Foods

India - curry, samosas. For the best Indian recipes take a look at our Indian recipe collection.

## Asian Noodle Recipes: Your Guide to Asian Noodles

Getting your noodles right is crucial when making Asian recipes, whether you’re making a spicy Malaysian laksa or a classic pad Thai. There’s a whole world of Asian noodle recipes out there, but here are a few common varieties you should get to know.

Ramen Noodles We all know this Japanese wheat noodle as the star of the brothy ramen soup, but what you may not know is that ramen noodles can also be used in cold dishes, like noodle salads and asian slaws – often left uncooked for a satisfying crunch.
Hokkien Noodles Famous for its part in dishes like Hokkien mee, this chewy, yellow noodle should be bought and cooked fresh. A wheat-based noodle made with egg, Hokkien should be blanched in boiling water before adding to noodle dishes.
Rice Noodles Bun cha, Pad See Ew, Chow Fun, Pho – many of our favourites use the versatile rice noodle. Commonly bought dried, these naturally gluten-free noodles come in many varieties, like rice stick, rice thread and vermicelli. The noodles even come as rice paper sheets for making spring or summer rolls.
Soba Noodles Made from buckwheat flour, soba noodles have a distinctive flavour and light brown colour. Soba noodles are usually chilled after cooking and served cold – great for summer salads or often enjoyed on their own as a snack with dipping sauce.

Asian Food FAQs

Is Chinese food Asian food?

Asia is a huge continent, meaning what is classed as ‘Asian food’ is very broad and covers many regions across Asia. China is a country in Asia, meaning that technically Chinese food can be classed as a subcategory of Asian food.

What does pan-Asian food mean?

Pan-Asian refers to a fusion of flavours and ingredients from different locations in Asia. An example of a pan-Asian dish could include chilli garlic noodles, which combines elements from various Asian cuisines. It typically features noodles tossed in a spicy, garlicky sauce with soy sauce, sesame oil, and sometimes a hint of lime, incorporating flavours and techniques from Chinese, Thai and Japanese cooking methods and traditions.