137 chinese vegetarian recipes

Chinese-style vegetarian broth made with dried shiitake mushrooms, Sichuan preserved vegetables, scallions, and both light and dark soy sauce. A rich, savory base for soups and stir-fries.

Ginger-loaded tofu stir-fry with tree ear mushrooms, green peas, and a sweet-sour vinegar finish. A quick Chinese vegetarian wok dish with earthy, bold flavors.

Traditional Chinese vegetarian ham made from bean curd sheets marinated in soy sauce, star anise, and cloves, then steamed and sliced cold. A plant-based deli classic.

A great way to give tofu some kick. Quite a traditional Chinese dish.

Crispy pan-fried tofu tossed in a fiery Sichuan wok sauce with yellow bean paste, red and green chilies, leeks, and a splash of dry sherry. Dinner for two in 30 minutes.

I made this recipe for my collegues, and they all asked this recipe from me, so great a recipe.

Vegetarian mapo tofu (Mabo Dofu) with silken tofu, mushrooms, leeks, and sake in a savory soy-sesame sauce. A quick Japanese-style tofu stir-fry ready in 15 minutes.

Vegan hot and sour soup with slivered shiitake mushrooms and tofu in a peppery, tangy broth. Apple cider vinegar brings the sour, black pepper brings the heat, and arrowroot gives it that signature silky body.

Wok-fried tofu coated in a glossy, spicy sauce of chili paste, garlic, ginger, soy, and sesame oil. Quick Chinese-style vegetarian stir-fry that's bold and simple.

Wok-fried tofu with hot banana peppers, sweet red bell pepper, soy sauce, and a generous shower of fresh cilantro. A minimalist Chinese stir-fry that's fast and bright.

Chinese green bean casserole with crunchy bean sprouts, cream of celery soup, and crispy fried onions on top. Four-ingredient potluck side that lands somewhere between Midwest holiday classic and chop suey night.

Chinese-style tofu stir-fried with salted black beans, mashed red beans, garlic, green chili, and soy sauce. A savory, protein-rich vegetarian main dish.

Vegetarian steamed wontons filled with seasoned tempeh, mushrooms, scallions, and ginger in a tamari-honey glaze. Serve with sweet and sour sauce for a plant-based dim sum appetizer.

Vegetable risotto cooked in a wok with toasted walnuts, black olives, tomatoes, corn, and peas in vegetable stock. A hearty vegan one-pot rice dish loaded with garden vegetables.

Stir-fried tofu and vegetables over flat noodles with soy sauce, sherry, ginger, and sesame oil, topped with toasted cashews and sesame seeds. A loaded vegetarian Chinese noodle dish with serious crunch.

Chilled sweet and sour cabbage-tomato soup pureed smooth with honey and lemon, finished with orange juice and tofu balls. A vegetarian cold soup that balances tangy, sweet, and savory.