Top East Asian Snack - Part 1

Discover authentic East Asian Snack recipes. Perfect for any occasion, from everyday meals to special celebrations.

East Asian
Snack
East Asian
Medium
A-

Steamed Meat Buns in a Frying Pan

4.0
(358 reviews)

Delicious and easy steamed meat buns cooked in a frying pan. A simple recipe for homemade nikuman.

30 min
200 cal
Pork
Steamed
75%
70
East Asian
Easy
C+

Salted Tofu

4.0
(477 reviews)

A simple method to prepare tofu by salting it, which firms it up and draws out excess water. Great for adding to various dishes.

24 min
100 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
80%
65
East Asian
Medium
A-

Nona's Tableside Homemade Soft Tofu

4.2
(91 reviews)

A simple recipe to make soft tofu at home with minimal equipment. This recipe uses nigari as a coagulant for a traditional taste.

750 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
60%
75
East Asian
Easy
B+

Red Bean Cake

4.3
(629 reviews)

A simple and sweet red bean cake, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.

20 min
300 cal
Vegetarian
75%
65
East Asian
Easy
A

How To Press Tofu (For Marinades Or Frying)

4.4
(1971 reviews)

Learn how to properly press tofu to remove excess water for better marinade absorption and frying results.

35 min
360 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
70%
65
East Asian
Hard
A

Homemade Tofu - Regular Or Momendoufu

4.3
(484 reviews)

Make your own regular or momendoufu (soft tofu) at home with this simple recipe.

1000 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
60%
65
East Asian
Easy
A-

Non-Fried Simple Candied Sweet Potatoes

4.3
(1205 reviews)

A simple and quick recipe for candied sweet potatoes, cooked in a pan with sesame oil, brown sugar, soy sauce, and vinegar, then sprinkled with sesame seeds.

20 min
200 cal
Vegetarian
Gluten-Free
80%
65
East Asian
Medium
A-

Homemade Tofu

4.3
(589 reviews)

A simple recipe for making tofu at home using soya milk and Epsom salts or nigari.

70 min
150 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
70%
65
East Asian
Hard
A-

Fresh Homemade Yuba (Tofu Skin)

4.3
(1559 reviews)

A recipe for making fresh yuba, also known as tofu skin, at home using dried soybeans. The process involves soaking, blending, and cooking the soybeans to extract soy milk, then carefully heating the soy milk to form the yuba.

600 min
300 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
60%
65
East Asian
Medium
A

Fresh Silken Tofu

4.0
(995 reviews)

A simple recipe for making fresh silken tofu at home using soy milk and a coagulant. Serve warm or chilled with your favorite garnishes.

30 min
150 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
60%
70
East Asian
Medium
A

Table-Side Homemade Soft Tofu

4.4
(123 reviews)

Enjoy fresh, homemade soft tofu prepared right at the table. This recipe uses simple ingredients and a unique table-side presentation for a delightful culinary experience.

900 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
Vegan
70%
65
East Asian
Hard
A+

Homemade Tofu Skins

4.0
(291 reviews)

Learn how to make tofu skins from scratch using dried soybeans. This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to creating your own fresh tofu skins at home.

720 min
200 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
50%
60
East Asian
Medium
C+

Barley Tea Cookies

4.2
(415 reviews)

Delicate and aromatic cookies infused with the subtle, roasted flavor of barley tea. A comforting treat perfect for tea time.

20 min
80 cal
Vegetarian
75%
65
East Asian
Hard
A-

Puffy Steamed Nikuman (Meat Filled Bao or Buns)

4.1
(984 reviews)

Puffy and delicious steamed meat-filled buns, perfect for a savory snack or light meal. This recipe provides instructions for both steaming and pan-frying.

65 min
250 cal
Pork
Steamed
60%
75
East Asian
Hard
A

Let's Try Making Tofu While You're Cooking Something Else

4.2
(1828 reviews)

A guide to making tofu from scratch using soy beans and magnesium chloride (nigari). Requires soaking the beans overnight and several steps of blending, straining, and pressing.

1457 min
350 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
60%
65
East Asian
Medium
A-

Puffy Steamed Bread

4.5
(1853 reviews)

Light and fluffy steamed bread, perfect for a quick snack or dessert. Enjoy the simple flavors or experiment with variations like brown sugar or matcha.

25 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
75%
65
East Asian
Medium
B+

Easy Handmade Gyoza and Wonton Skins

4.4
(432 reviews)

Learn to make your own gyoza and wonton skins at home with this easy recipe using just flour and water.

45 min
250 cal
Vegetarian
90%
75
East Asian
Easy
A-

Roasted Whole Edamame

4.3
(287 reviews)

A simple and nutritious snack of roasted edamame with olive oil and salt.

25 min
200 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
80%
75
East Asian
Medium
A-

Anko

4.2
(84 reviews)

A sweet and versatile red bean paste, perfect for filling pastries, buns, and more. This homemade version offers a rich, authentic flavor that surpasses store-bought alternatives.

70 min
200 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
75%
70
East Asian
Medium
A

Homemade Tofu without a Mold!

4.1
(301 reviews)

A simple recipe for making tofu at home without needing a mold, using soy beans and nigari.

1245 min
300 cal
Vegan
Vegetarian
70%
65