11 Asian Buffet Inspired Favourite Recipes (2024)

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When it comes to pork, chicken, and beef recipes, buffet style restaurants are the perfect place to get your fill. 11 Asian Buffet Inspired Favourite Recipes is a collection of recipes you can make at home that are far tastier than the restaurant version. Let’s get cooking!

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This collection has it all – pork, beef, and chicken. Not listed in any particular order, this collection will prove to you, Dear Reader, that I am in love with bite-sized pieces of meat. I think that’s one of my favourite things about buffet-style main dishes. Oh, and of course, the sauce. I’m all about the sauce!

First up is my Peking Pork Chops; these pork chops are super thin, which allow them to cook quite quickly, while preventing them from drying out. There’s nothing worse that dry pork! The sauce is thick and spicy. Combining classic Asian condiments like oyster sauce, chili sauce, and hoisin sauce, this pork dish is sure to be one of your favourites!

30 Minute Mongolian Beef takes very little time to make and is garlicky, gingery, crispy, sweet, and salty. This recipe really does have it all!

After those two spicy recipes, we should cool it down a little bit with this Chinese Buffet Style Lemon Chicken. I love the fresh, lemony flavour of this dish. It’s a little sweet, the sauce is thick and shiny, and the chicken is very moist with a light and crispy exterior. So good!

Korean Pork Bulgogi is spicy! You can control the spice level by increasing or decreasing the chili flakes and the whole dried red chilies. Pan seared in batches, this recipe comes together easily and quickly and uses a cheap cut of pork.

Most likely my favourite recipe in this collection is Orange Ginger Garlic Beef. I love the refreshing and vibrant taste of the orange paired with the fresh garlic and ginger. Oh, and the sauce is thick and sweet, thanks to the addition of the molasses! Serve this dish with plain steamed rice for a complete meal.

One of my favourite take out chicken dishes is Sweet and Spicy Sesame Chicken. Sesame seeds are featured in many of my dishes, but is surely a major player in this dish. Chunks of chicken breasts are tossed in cornstarch and then pan fried to lock in the moisture. The chicken is then cooked in a glistening, thick, sesame sauce.

Shanghai Style Braised Chili Pork embraces a cooking method not usually associated with meat – simmering in water. Don’t worry, the water has sugar, vinegar, and soy sauce, which together, tenderizes and flavours the pork. Once the water evaporates, the pork browns up and becomes delightfully tender and flavourful!

The second most popular meat dish at Lord Byron’s Kitchen is the 30 Minute Ginger Beef. This dish has thin cuts of inexpensive been that has been fried until crispy and then coated in a ginger garlic sauce.

Made popular by Kentucky Fried Chicken, I decided to come up with a spicy version; Szechuan Popcorn Chicken is not deep fried like KFC chicken, but is coated in a spicy sauce and loaded with fresh green onions and sesame seeds. This dish makes me want to grab my chopsticks and curl up on the couch with my favourite Netflix show. It’s the ultimate in comfort food.

The most popular recipe of all time at Lord Byron’s Kitchen is the Honey Garlic Pork Bites. The pork is baked until tender in a honey garlic sauce that has just a little bit of spiciness. This recipe takes some time, but don’t rush things. All good things in life are worth waiting for!

The last recipe in my 11 Asian Buffet Inspired Favourite Recipes is my Teriyaki Steak Skewers. This dish employs a homemade teriyaki sauce, which is absolutely delicious. It uses thin cuts of cheap beef, and is made right in a stove-top grill pan. Oh, and it’s on a stick! Food on a stick is always more fun to eat!

Whether you like to dine in or take out, 11 Asian Buffet Inspired Favourite Recipes has all of the classics covered. Making these dishes at home allows you to adapt the flavours to suit your personal tastes and preferences, and also allows you to keep your money, because let’s face it, Dear Reader, ordering food from a takeout menu isn’t always very cheap!

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FAQs

How do you beat the Chinese buffet? ›

Stay away from the rice and noodles. Eat only the vegetables and meat from clean animals — beef, chicken, and duck. Try to remove as much of the sauce as possible. Don't even think about using a fork.

What's the healthiest thing to eat at a Chinese buffet? ›

Steamed seafood is one of the healthiest options you could choose from a Chinese restaurant menu. Most fish options are high in protein and omega-3 fatty acids. This protein often comes with ginger and scallions, which will add flavor to the dish without adding calories or sodium.

What Asian foods or dishes could be made at home as an alternative to take out? ›

14 Asian Food Recipes You'll Think Are Takeout
  • Mu Shu Chicken. Weelicious. ...
  • Beef and Broccoli in a Bowl. Pinch of Yum. ...
  • Asian Chicken Thighs. The Midnight Baker. ...
  • Slow Cooker Honey Sesame Chicken. Foodie with Family. ...
  • Honey Garlic & Broccoli Stir Fry. GI 365. ...
  • Egg Rolls. Thirsty for Tea. ...
  • Fortune Prawns. Kuali.

Is it possible to beat the buffet? ›

The key, Avanti says, is thinking of your buffet visit as a normal meal instead of a nonstop grazing session. Choose a lean protein, a complex carbohydrate and some greens that look tempting, or go with the ones that were your favorites on the sampler plate.

What language do Asians speak? ›

However, a majority of Asians speak the common languages associated with the continent; Chinese, Hindi, English, Russian, Indonesian, Bengali, and Japanese. The following are the most spoken languages on the continent.

Is there a difference between Chinese and Japanese food? ›

Though Japanese and Chinese foods belong to East Asian cuisine, there are several differences between these two. Japanese food uses fresh and raw ingredients and is less oily, which is why these are more healthy compared to Chinese cuisine comprising deep-fried proteins and more spices and condiments.

What Chinese food is not fattening? ›

Steamed fish or seafood with ginger, scallions and soy sauce. Steamed fish and veggies are packed with fiber and protein. One of the healthiest places you can choose an entree on a Chinese restaurant menu from is the seafood section, according to Amy Yiu, RD, a registered dietitian with Health Stand Nutrition.

What is the least healthiest Chinese food? ›

Best and Worst Chinese Dishes for Your Health
  • Best: Kung Pao Chicken. 8/15. ...
  • Worst: Fried Rice. 9/15. ...
  • Best: Buddha's Delight. 10/15. ...
  • Worst: Sweet and Sour Pork. 11/15. ...
  • Best: Ma-Po Tofu. 12/15. ...
  • Worst: Orange Beef. 13/15. ...
  • Best: Chop Suey. 14/15. ...
  • Worst: Lo Mein. 15/15.
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What is the least salty Chinese food? ›

When dining at a Chinese restaurant and looking for low-sodium options, consider dishes like steamed vegetables, steamed dumplings, or steamed rice. Ask for sauces on the side so you can control the amount used, as many Chinese sauces can be high in sodium.

What are some authentic Chinese dishes? ›

The 15 Most Popular Chinese Dishes, Tasty Chinese Food
  • Beijing Roasted Duck.
  • Kung Pao Chicken.
  • Sweet and Sour Pork.
  • Hot Pot.
  • Cantonese Dim Sum.
  • Dumplings.
  • Ma Po Tofu.
  • Cantonese Char Siu.
Mar 30, 2024

What can I serve besides rice? ›

50 Ultimate Side Dishes
  • Sauteed Mushrooms with Red Wine. "These are perfect. ...
  • Cheesy Grits Casserole. ...
  • Bacon & Cheddar Mashed Potatoes. ...
  • Green Beans with Cherry Tomatoes. ...
  • Elegant Baked Potatoes. ...
  • Popcorn Cauliflower. ...
  • Refried Beans. ...
  • Simple Garlic Mashed Potatoes.

What are 3 traditional foods or dishes you would find in southwest Asia? ›

Foods in Southwest Asia BY Zach&Gatlin

these are the top 5 foods in the east Hummus, Manakeesh, Grilled halloumi, Foul meddamas, Falefel. The eggplat is the most common vegetable in the middle. Flat bread is the most common. Pita Bread is the one of the oldest bread.

What is the number one rule in buffet? ›

1: Never lose money. Rule No. 2: Never forget Rule No. 1."

How do you beat breakfast buffet? ›

Below are my four best tactics to not lose the plot at a breakfast buffet:
  1. 1) Avoid pastries at all cost. Pastries (pain au chocolate, croissants etc) are a no brainer when trying to keep the weight off on holiday. ...
  2. 2) Look for the protein. ...
  3. 3) See cereal as a last resort. ...
  4. 4) Order a cappuccino or low calorie hot drink.

What do Chinese buffets usually have? ›

Chinese Buffet Staples

Dishes like golden fried rice, tangy sweet and sour chicken, and crispy egg rolls are global favorites. These dishes are the comfort food of Chinese cuisine, offering familiar flavors that appeal to almost all palates.

How can I eat less at a buffet? ›

Follow the tips below to enjoy your buffet experience without going overboard.
  1. Never skip meals. ...
  2. Have a protein based snack. ...
  3. Scout out your seating. ...
  4. Scan the buffet before making a final decision. ...
  5. Focus on lean proteins and non-starchy vegetables. ...
  6. Remember your healthy eating behaviors.

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