128 chinese vegetable recipes

Snow peas, carrots and water chestnuts give this stir-fry the very crunchy texture, and the Asian sauce adds the sweetness, sourness and spiciness. A quick, easy and tasty stir-fry is great for a weeknight.

Rice or ramen noodles make a good partner for this tofu-enhanced vegetable dish with rich mushroom sauce inspired by traditional Chinese cooking.

Crispy deep-fried tofu stir-fried with dried Chinese mushrooms, broccoli, and ginger in a spicy hoisin sauce. A quick vegan weeknight stir-fry ready in 35 minutes.

Try this succulent dish that is made with TVP in a savory sauce!

Wok-fried broccoli with a glossy oyster sauce glaze, sesame oil, and soy. A quick Chinese restaurant-style side dish ready in 30 minutes.

Napa cabbage and cilantro slaw with red bell pepper in a lime-garlic dressing with red pepper flakes. A crisp, light Asian-style coleslaw that's mayo-free and ready in 20 minutes.

Vegan. I always wondered how would chanterelles taste with typical ingredients of Chinese cuisine. Now I know. Of course I wouldn't be myself if I didn't make it my way.

Asian stir-fried egg noodles with garlic, ginger, carrots, bell pepper, and onion tossed in soy sauce and sesame oil, topped with crunchy peanuts.

Spiced Chinese cucumber salad with sesame oil, hot soybean paste, soy sauce, and lemon. A crunchy, spicy-tangy cold side dish that takes just minutes to prepare.

A 15-minute Chinese cabbage soup with napa cabbage barely wilted in hot chicken broth, finished with soy sauce, green onions, and fresh coriander. Light, clean, and soothing.

Battered eggplant slices deep-fried until crispy and drizzled with a spicy Sichuan sauce of chili bean paste, black vinegar, ginger, and tomato paste. A vegetarian Chinese dish with serious crunch and heat.

Crispy fried wontons stuffed with pork, shrimp, and napa cabbage, pan-fried in peanut oil and glazed with teriyaki. Served with a sweet orange marmalade dipping sauce.

Vegetarian shao mai dumplings with hand-rolled hot-water dough and two filling options: mashed tofu or minced water chestnut and mushroom. Bamboo steamer classic, freezer-friendly.

A quick Chinese-style vegetable stir-fry with bean sprouts, ginger, garlic, and red pepper in a glossy soy-sherry sauce. Ready in 20 minutes as a vibrant side or light main.

Everyone loves this dish, even those who don't particularly like egg plant. The flavor virtually explodes with a lively combination of sweet, spicy, tart and savory followed by the refreshing crunch of fresh water chestnuts. Serve as a side dish or first course for Western menus.

Napa cabbage and sheep cheese salad with sautéed onions, fresh thyme, and white wine vinegar. Tossed and rested for an hour so the flavors meld. Simple and satisfying.