East Asian
Mapo Eggplant
This recipe swaps out the traditional tofu for eggplant, which has a similar soft texture but absorbs the rich flavors of the sauce even more.
By Jing Gao
Stir-Fried Chinese Greens
These simple stir-fried greens are quickly cooked over high heat in a wok, so that the vegetables remain bright green in color.
By Jing Gao
Chao Nian Gao
Shanghainese stir-fried rice cakes are often eaten during the New Year because the name of the dish also sounds like “a year of growth.”
By Jon Kung
Trinity Korokke
Inspired by Japanese street food, these korokke include bell pepper and onion to add texture to the potatoes, and mozzarella to create a gooey cheese pull.
By Rahanna Bisseret Martinez
Tonkatsu
When the pork is sweet and juicy and the panko is fluffy and crisp, tonkatsu is a real treat.
By Sylvan Mishima Brackett
Spicy Garlicky Corn Cheese Ciabatta
Garlic bread meets Korean corn cheese—a simple dish that consists of sweet canned corn kernels, lots of mayonnaise, and mozzarella cheese.
By James Park
Spicy Celery, Tofu, and Glass Noodle Salad
Based on a beloved jellyfish salad, this jellyfish-free glass noodle salad showcases crunchy celery and tofu smothered in a sesame-vinegar dressing.
By Hetty Lui McKinnon
Chili Bean Tofu and Vegetable Skewers
These tofu vegetable skewers are a little sweet and a little salty with tons of umami from chili bean paste.
By Kwoklyn Wan