6 Gluten-Free Asian Recipes You MUST TRY - Tiffy Cooks (2024)

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This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes that you have to try!

I know some of you out there are on a strictly gluten-free diet, and have a tough time creating delicious meals to enjoy.

But don’t worry, I got you! These 6 MUST TRY Gluten-Free Asian Recipes are some of my tastiest and easiest favorites that will leave your taste buds satisfied.

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes that taste just as good as their gluten-filled alternatives.

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#1 Salt and Pepper Tofu (Extra Crispy)

One of my favorite ways to enjoy tofu has to be my FAIL-PROOF, extra crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu Recipe.

Salt and Pepper Tofu is a classic, popular recipe that is super addicting and easy to make at home. This recipe only takes 30 minutes to make, and all the required ingredients are super easy to find at any marketplace!

If you’re looking for a easy and delicious weeknight dinner, look no further, this extra crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu Recipe is perfect for you!

#2 Stir-Fried Garlic Green Beans (3 Ingredients ONLY!)

Easy, quick, and insanely delicious. These Chinese Restaurant Style Stir-Fried Garlic Green Beans are one of my favorite sides that pair insanely well with any main dish!

This super simple yet delicious recipe only requires 3 INGREDIENTS – garlic, green beans / string beans, and salt. This recipe is perfect if you’re looking for a quick and easy side dish to elevate your main course!

#3 Crispy Spicy Garlic Tofu (20 minutes!)

The Extra Crispy Tofu drizzled in Spicy Garlic Sauce is hands down one of best ways to enjoy tofu.

I promise you that even the most dedicated meat-lovers will be obsessed with this Crispy Spicy Garlic Tofu recipe. The perfectly fried tofu is crispy on the outside AND juicy on the inside. However, my homemade spicy garlic sauce is what makes the dish, the sauce is spicy, garlicky, tangy, and savory, the perfect sauce for any dish.

This gluten-free recipe is a MUST-TRY for any food lover.

#4 Taiwanese Deep Fried Sweet Potato Balls (3 Ingredients!)

This sweet and popular dessert is considered a staple Taiwanese night-market dish that everyone loves – Deep Fried Sweet Potato Donut holes is a MUST TRY for anyone with a sweet tooth!

This treat is crispy on the outside and insanely soft and chewy on the inside, giving it that coveted QQ texture. All you need to make this dessert is 3 simple ingredients – yam, sweet potato flour, and sugar; THAT’S IT!

This is a gluten-free dessert that will be sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth, so give it a try!

#5

This iconic Taiwanese dish is one of my favorite recipes from my Night Market Food Series. This authentic Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken is my go-to specialty recipe that I make whenever I have guests.

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside; this will be the best Taiwanese popcorn chicken recipe you will ever try!

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken is a staple snack found at every Night Market in Taiwan. You may also find this popular dish at many restaurants or bubble tea shops.

Although this recipe may seem intimidating to make at first, I am confident you will find it super easy with accessible ingredients. I included all my secret tips to guarantee your Taiwanese Fried Chicken tastes better than any found in restaurants.

#6 Shrimp Pancake (20 minutes only!)

This healthy, delicious, and easy to make Shrimp Pancake recipe is a dish you must try!

These gluten-free, hand-chopped appetizers take less than 20 minutes to make, and are perfect for any dinner gathering/special occasion. This recipe is heavily inspired by the shrimp dumplings you find at dim-sum restaurants. I love how the filling is super juicy and savory and absolutely packed with shrimp!

Be sure to make this appetizer the next time you are hosting a dinner, this crowd-pleasing dish will have people of all ages savoring it long after the event is over!

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes fit for any occasion.

Here are three of my FAVORITE ingredients that are perfect for these Gluten-Free Asian Recipes:

  1. Gluten-Free Soy Sauce
  2. Rice Flour
  3. Sweet Potato Starch Powder
I hope you give some of these recipes a try and tell me which was your favorite!
6 Gluten-Free Asian Recipes You MUST TRY - Tiffy Cooks (2024)

FAQs

What are gluten-free Asian foods? ›

  • Chinese Dining: Gluten-Free.
  • Steamed Chicken/Shrimp or Seafood: Chicken, shrimp, or seafood usually steamed with.
  • Egg Drop Soup: Beaten eggs in boiled chicken broth with condiments (pepper, scallions)
  • Fried Rice: White rice, egg, scallions, carrots, and usually meat, pork, or tofu.

What can I cook for someone who is gluten intolerant? ›

  • Classic Stuffed Peppers. ...
  • Cacio E Pepe Sweet Potato Noodles. ...
  • Lemony Chicken & Potatoes With Feta. ...
  • Feta & Herb-Crusted Salmon. ...
  • Creamy Gochujang White Chicken Chili. ...
  • Chili Cheese Sweet Potato Casserole. ...
  • Instant Pot Pork Puttanesca. ...
  • Best-Ever Gluten-Free Pasta.
Feb 22, 2023

What is the food like in Asia? ›

East Asian cuisine

Examples of staple foods include rice, noodles, mung beans, soybeans, seafood (Japan has the highest per capita consumption of seafood), mutton (Mongolia), bok choy (Chinese cabbage), and tea.

Is Chinese fried rice gluten-free? ›

Yes, usually Chinese fried rice has gluten in it. The gluten is found in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. Traditional soy sauce is naturally gluten free since it is made from fermented soy. Cheap soy sauce is made from wheat.

What Chinese noodles are gluten-free? ›

  • Rice Noodles. Yes, most rice noodles are gluten-free because they contain rice flour and water, although as always, please check the ingredients, just in case. ...
  • Soba Noodles. Warning! ...
  • Shirataki Noodles. Shirataki noodles are made from konjac starch, a Japanese root vegetable. ...
  • Kelp Noodles. ...
  • Brown Rice Noodles.

What is the number 1 Japanese dish? ›

There are various kinds of sushi dishes, such as nigirizushi (hand formed sushi), makizushi (rolled sushi) and chirashi (sushi rice topped with raw fish). Sushi is the most famous Japanese dish outside of Japan, and one of the most popular dishes inside Japan, as well.

What are the worst foods for celiac disease? ›

Foods to avoid with celiac disease
  • Cereals, breads, or other grain products that include wheat, rye, barley, or oats. ...
  • Processed cheese, cheese mixes, low-fat or fat-free cottage cheese, or sour cream.
  • Dairy products such as yogurt or ice cream that contain fillers or additives.
  • Canned soups or soup mixes.
Aug 10, 2023

What do most gluten-free people eat? ›

Allowed fresh foods
  • Fruits and vegetables.
  • Beans, seeds, legumes and nuts in their natural, unprocessed forms.
  • Eggs.
  • Lean, nonprocessed meats, fish and poultry.
  • Most low-fat dairy products.

What can I eat to get rid of gluten in my stomach? ›

If you experience side effects from accidental gluten exposure, you can:
  1. Drink plenty of water to flush out your system.
  2. Eat small meals that aren't spicy or fatty.
  3. Try ginger or peppermint tea to soothe an upset stomach.
Jun 30, 2021

What is the most eaten dish in Asia? ›

Mango sticky rice is the most loved Asian dish globally at 35%. Biryani is the second most popular Asian dish with a 30% global popularity. In the United Kingdom, Chinese food, specifically sweet and sour pork, is the most popular Asian cuisine. Nearly 92% of Singapore's population eats Asian food regularly.

What is the staple food in Asia? ›

Rice is the staple food of Asia and part of the Pacific. Over 90 percent of the world's rice is produced and consumed in the Asia-Pacific Region.

Which country has the best food in the world? ›

  • Italy. #1 in Has great food. #15 in Best Countries Overall. ...
  • Spain. #2 in Has great food. #17 in Best Countries Overall. ...
  • Mexico. #3 in Has great food. #33 in Best Countries Overall. ...
  • France. #4 in Has great food. ...
  • Greece. #5 in Has great food. ...
  • Thailand. #6 in Has great food. ...
  • Turkey. #7 in Has great food. ...
  • Portugal. #8 in Has great food.

What is gluten-free food in Chinese? ›

Rice is gluten free, as are products derived from rice. Check if rice noodles are available instead of wheat noodles, and if spring rolls can be made using rice paper. Plain tofu is naturally gluten free - check with the restaurant or takeway if it has been marinaded or contains flavouring first.

Which Vietnamese dishes are gluten-free? ›

Snacks: Many snacks in southern Vietnam are gluten-free and made from rice paper (banh trang), including banh trang nuong (grilled rice-paper rolls), banh trang tron (a salad of shredded rice paper with quail egg, peanuts, chili oil and green mango) and banh trang cuon (rice-paper rolls with similar ingredients but ...

What cuisine is most gluten-free friendly? ›

Here are some of the top cuisines around the world that are very gluten free-friendly:
  • Mexican.
  • Latin American.
  • Thai.
  • Japanese.
  • Indian.
  • Greek.
  • Middle Eastern.
  • Italian.

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