Asian stir-fry is among the simplest methods to whip up a hearty, delicious meal. In fact, a great majority of dishes in diners, food streets, hawkers and takeaways from the Far East to Southeast Asia are stir-fries, with a massive range of gastronomic delights that feature meats, seafood and veggies in many scrumptious flavours.

Stir-fries are also the most common dishes for households across all Asian cultures. From single-serving quick meals to a tableful of wholesome dishes to be shared and savoured with rice.

So, check out the simple basics to master the stir-fry in our special guide, and savour our 10 handpicked easy, yummy Asian stir-fries here:

Stir Fries to Enjoy with Rice

Thai Stir Fried Chicken with Cashew Nuts

Tender chicken slices, mushrooms, and capsicum flavoured with a savoury, spicy sauce blend and enriched with cashew nuts aroma. This Thai stir-fry special is an appetizing combo of yummy textures and bold flavours. Cook it up with our recipe!

Chinese Prawn & Snow Pea Stir-Fry

When stir-fried, prawns become tender and succulent, ready to soak up the flavours of your seasoning ingredients. In this cosy, savoury Chinese stir fry, snow peas and carrots impart a subtle sweetness that pairs well with the prawns and shimeji shrooms. A wholesome, refreshing and comforting delight!

Sichuan Mapo Tofu

The classic Mapo Tofu is one of the tastiest ways to enjoy tofu. Imbued with the numbing spicy sensation of Sichuan Peppercorns and zesty, savoury bean paste; stir-fried to fiery perfection. The spiciness tapers off when enjoyed with rice, leaving you warm and satisfied. Try it with our authentic recipe!   

Korean Beef Brisket with Bean Sprouts

A simple Korean-style marinade of soy sauce, sugar, garlic, black pepper and sesame oil accentuates the beef brisket’s natural savoury flavour, stir fried and tossed with nutty, crunchy bean sprouts for a tasty munch. Make yours hot with our recipe!

Japanese Teriyaki Tofu & Broccoli Stir Fry

Soft tofu and crunchy broccoli get an umami boost in this cosy Teriyaki-style stir-fry. Savoury, nutritious and comforting to taste. A yummy pairing for your meaty dishes! Whip it up with our easy recipe!

Stir-fried Noodles for Quick Meals

Thai Pad See Ew

Pad See Ew is the traditional cousin dish to the renowned Pad Thai – stir-fried flat rice noodles with scrumptious beef slices and Chinese broccoli. Flavoured with a blend of bold savoury sauces for its richly appetizing taste! A quick and easy delight to whet your appetite.

Malaysian KL Hokkien Mee

From the flaming hawker stoves of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia comes this tantalising stir-fry noodles. Packed with supple prawns and crunchy veggies. Instant savoury satisfaction in every slurp! Try it with our easy authentic recipe.

Cantonese Soy Sauce Fried Noodles

Simple, savoury and slurp-licious, this Cantonese stir-fry noodles is flavoured with a trio of savoury sauces – light soy sauce and oyster sauce for a rich umami taste, and dark soy sauce to give it an appetizing hue. Very easy to cook with our recipe!  

Korean Japchae

Japchae is a Korean royal court dish that has long since become a popular traditional delicacy and a festive dish. Stir-fried potato starch noodles with beef or pork and vibrant veggies such as carrot and spinach; flavoured with soy sauce, sesame oil, salt, pepper and a pinch of sugar for a delightful taste. Come grab the easy recipe!

Japanese Pork Belly Yaki Udon

Thick udon noodles turn springy when stir-fried. Paired with tender pork belly, cabbage, carrot, spring onion and shiitake shrooms. Imbued with the rich blend of soy sauce, dashi powder, sake and mirin for an irresistible umami flavour. Have yours hot off the wok with this simple authentic recipe!

More Asian ‘Fast Food’

Asian cuisines are never short of quick and easy delights that are always flavour-packed! Come have a taste of our selected Asian fried rice favourites, and more delicious fried noodles. Also check out all the Southeast Asian and Korean street foods that you can make at home!