6 Gluten-Free Asian Recipes You MUST TRY

Want to know what some of the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes are?

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes that you have to try!

I know some of you out there are on a strictly gluten-free diet, and have a tough time creating delicious meals to enjoy.

But don’t worry, I got you! These 6 MUST TRY Gluten-Free Asian Recipes are some of my tastiest and easiest favorites that will leave your taste buds satisfied.

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes that taste just as good as their gluten-filled alternatives.

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#1 Salt and Pepper Tofu (Extra Crispy)

One of my favorite ways to enjoy tofu has to be my FAIL-PROOF, extra crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu Recipe.

Salt and Pepper Tofu is a classic, popular recipe that is super addicting and easy to make at home. This recipe only takes 30 minutes to make, and all the required ingredients are super easy to find at any marketplace!

If you’re looking for a easy and delicious weeknight dinner, look no further, this extra crispy Salt and Pepper Tofu Recipe is perfect for you!

#2 Stir-Fried Garlic Green Beans (3 Ingredients ONLY!)

Easy, quick, and insanely delicious. These Chinese Restaurant Style Stir-Fried Garlic Green Beans are one of my favorite sides that pair insanely well with any main dish!

This super simple yet delicious recipe only requires 3 INGREDIENTS – garlic, green beans / string beans, and salt. This recipe is perfect if you’re looking for a quick and easy side dish to elevate your main course!

#3 Crispy Spicy Garlic Tofu (20 minutes!)

The Extra Crispy Tofu drizzled in Spicy Garlic Sauce is hands down one of best ways to enjoy tofu.

I promise you that even the most dedicated meat-lovers will be obsessed with this Crispy Spicy Garlic Tofu recipe. The perfectly fried tofu is crispy on the outside AND juicy on the inside. However, my homemade spicy garlic sauce is what makes the dish, the sauce is spicy, garlicky, tangy, and savory, the perfect sauce for any dish.

This gluten-free recipe is a MUST-TRY for any food lover.

#4 Taiwanese Deep Fried Sweet Potato Balls (3 Ingredients!)

This sweet and popular dessert is considered a staple Taiwanese night-market dish that everyone loves – Deep Fried Sweet Potato Donut holes is a MUST TRY for anyone with a sweet tooth!

This treat is crispy on the outside and insanely soft and chewy on the inside, giving it that coveted QQ texture. All you need to make this dessert is 3 simple ingredients – yam, sweet potato flour, and sugar; THAT’S IT!

This is a gluten-free dessert that will be sure to please anyone with a sweet tooth, so give it a try!

#5

This iconic Taiwanese dish is one of my favorite recipes from my Night Market Food Series. This authentic Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken is my go-to specialty recipe that I make whenever I have guests.

Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside; this will be the best Taiwanese popcorn chicken recipe you will ever try!

Taiwanese Popcorn Chicken is a staple snack found at every Night Market in Taiwan. You may also find this popular dish at many restaurants or bubble tea shops.

Although this recipe may seem intimidating to make at first, I am confident you will find it super easy with accessible ingredients. I included all my secret tips to guarantee your Taiwanese Fried Chicken tastes better than any found in restaurants.

#6 Shrimp Pancake (20 minutes only!)

This healthy, delicious, and easy to make Shrimp Pancake recipe is a dish you must try!

These gluten-free, hand-chopped appetizers take less than 20 minutes to make, and are perfect for any dinner gathering/special occasion. This recipe is heavily inspired by the shrimp dumplings you find at dim-sum restaurants. I love how the filling is super juicy and savory and absolutely packed with shrimp!

Be sure to make this appetizer the next time you are hosting a dinner, this crowd-pleasing dish will have people of all ages savoring it long after the event is over!

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes fit for any occasion.

Here are three of my FAVORITE ingredients that are perfect for these Gluten-Free Asian Recipes:

I hope you give some of these recipes a try and tell me which was your favorite!

6 Gluten-Free Asian Recipes You MUST TRY - Tiffy Cooks (2024)

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Which Chinese dishes are gluten-free? ›

Chinese Dining: Gluten-Free.
Steamed Chicken/Shrimp or Seafood: Chicken, shrimp, or seafood usually steamed with.
Egg Drop Soup: Beaten eggs in boiled chicken broth with condiments (pepper, scallions)
Fried Rice: White rice, egg, scallions, carrots, and usually meat, pork, or tofu.

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What Asian noodles are gluten-free? ›

Rice Noodles. Yes, most rice noodles are gluten-free because they contain rice flour and water, although as always, please check the ingredients, just in case. ...
Soba Noodles. Warning! ...
Shirataki Noodles. Shirataki noodles are made from konjac starch, a Japanese root vegetable. ...
Kelp Noodles. ...
Brown Rice Noodles.

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Can celiacs eat egg noodles? ›

SHORT ANSWER. Short Answer: No, egg noodles are not usually gluten-free. Unfortunately for those of us following a gluten-free diet, regular egg noodles are made with semolina from durum wheat, which is high in gluten. However, there are gluten-free alternatives.

Is Chinese fried rice gluten-free? ›

So far the ingredients do not contain gluten unless the meat was coated in flour. Then you add the sauces. Fried rice may contain up to 3 sauces to make it tasty: soy sauce, oyster sauce, and fish sauce. The added sauces are where the gluten is.

Is there gluten in lo mein? ›

Lo mein is not usually gluten free. Even if the sauce is thickened with gluten free cornstarch, like many are, conventional soy sauce is made with wheat, so it's not gluten free. Of course, this recipe for gluten free lo mein is made with tamari or gluten free soy sauce, and rice noodles or other gluten free noodles.

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Does gnocchi have gluten? ›

While the primary ingredient in gnocchi is potatoes, flour is typically used as a binder in traditional gnocchi so this makes them definitely NOT gluten-free. However, if you need to eat gluten-free and you love gnocchi, not all hope is lost!

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Does teriyaki sauce have gluten? ›

Is Teriyaki Sauce Gluten-Free? Traditionally, teriyaki sauce is made with soy sauce, which is not gluten-free because it contains wheat. To replace soy sauce in this recipe, we used its cousin: tamari. Tamari and soy sauce are both made from fermented soybeans, but tamari doesn't usually contain wheat.

What is surprisingly not gluten-free? ›

Here are some foods likely to contain gluten:

Beer, ale and lagers.
Bouillon cubes.
Brown rice syrup.
Candy.
Chips.
Communion wafers.
Couscous.
Deli meats.

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Is all basmati rice gluten-free? ›

Is basmati rice gluten-free? Yes. This is a long-grain rice that separates and becomes fluffy when cooked. It's fragrant, and you can find it in white and brown varieties.

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Is Oatmeal gluten-free? ›

Yes, pure, uncontaminated oats are gluten-free. The U. S. Food and Drug Administration considers oats a gluten-free grain under its gluten-free labeling regulations and only requires that packaged products with oats as an ingredient contain less than 20 parts per million of gluten overall.

Does miso soup have gluten? ›

Most miso paste—the main ingredient in miso soup—is gluten free because the koji used is made with rice. But some miso paste, such as mugi miso, uses koji made with barley. And some packaged miso soup may also contain wheat gluten to give it body.

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Are Chinese fried dumplings gluten-free? ›

Dumplings (especially Chinese ones) are usually wrapped in a wheat dough. If you are gluten-free, be cautious; the dough used for making crystal shrimp dumplings (har gow) contains wheat starch in addition to tapioca flour. The batter used to make rice noodle rolls (cheong fun) sometimes contain wheat starch too.

Do eggrolls have gluten? ›

Traditional eggrolls are made with wheat wonton wrappers and stuffed with shredded cabbage, julienned vegetables like carrots and onions basted in soy sauce (also not gluten free), and often filled with pork, chicken or other meats.

Does chow mein have gluten in it? ›

Chow Mein is traditionally made with wheat noodles, so if you are out a restaurant it is extremely likely that chow mein would NOT be gluten-free. However, if you're making chow mein at home there is at least one brand of gluten-free chow mein noodles available.

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What Indian dishes are gluten-free? ›

Indian Dining: Gluten-Free. ...
Vegetable Pakoras: Deep fried fritters made of stir-fried vegetables, onions, and seasonings, ...
Chicken/Tofu/Shrimp Tikka or Tandoori: Marinated (spices and yogurt) chicken/tofu/shrimp. ...
Palaak Paneer: Diced homemade cheese cooked with spinach, butter, cream, and spices.

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Is Chinese chicken and vegetables gluten-free? ›

Here are some common options at Chinese restaurants that are both gluten and dairy-free: * Steamed or grilled meats (chicken, fish, shrimp, pork, etc.) * Steamed vegetables (broccoli, snow peas, bok choy, etc.)

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Are there gluten-free Chinese noodles? ›

Tapioca noodles – Southeast Asian noodles made from tapioca starch. These translucent, chewy noodles are good in soups or stir fries. Tofu or soy bean curd noodles – Chinese “noodles” made from pressed tofu.

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6 Gluten-Free Asian Recipes You MUST TRY - Tiffy Cooks (2024)

Want to know what some of the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes are?

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes that taste just as good as their gluten-filled alternatives.

#1 Salt and Pepper Tofu (Extra Crispy)

#2 Stir-Fried Garlic Green Beans (3 Ingredients ONLY!)

#3 Crispy Spicy Garlic Tofu (20 minutes!)

#4 Taiwanese Deep Fried Sweet Potato Balls (3 Ingredients!)

#5

#6 Shrimp Pancake (20 minutes only!)

This post is all about the best Gluten-Free Asian Recipes fit for any occasion.

I hope you give some of these recipes a try and tell me which was your favorite!

FAQs

Which Chinese dishes are gluten-free? ›

Does miso soup have gluten? ›