Asian side dishes to complement your main course

Sept15,2025

Fermented cabbage with chili and garlic, tangy and spicy.

Kimchi (Korea) 

Steamed green soybeans sprinkled with salt, light yet satisfying.

Edamame with Sea Salt (Japan)

Rice paper rolls packed with fresh herbs, vegetables, and shrimp.

Spring Rolls (Vietnam)

Spicy pickled vegetables that enhance any meal with a zing.

Achar (India/Nepal)

Crunchy, sour, and salty, served as palate cleansers.

Chinese Pickled Vegetables (China) 

A refreshing sweet, sour, and spicy shredded papaya mix.

Papaya Salad 

Pan-fried dumplings with savory fillings like pork or vegetables.

Gyoza (Japan) 

Grilled skewers paired with creamy, nutty dip

Satay with Peanut Sauce (Indonesia/Malaysia) 

Cooling yogurt-based side with cucumber, mint, or boondi.

Raita (India)

Garlic and chili-seasoned water spinach, flavorful and nutritious.

Stir-Fried Morning Glory – Pak Boong Fai Daeng (Thailand)