Stir-fry Dishes

Lomo saltado is a traditional dish consisting of stir-fried marinated slices of sirloin or beef tenderloin, onions, yellow Peruvian chilis, and tomatoes. The dish is typically served with French fries and rice on the side, and can be found on the ... READ MORE

Jiao yan you yu or salt-and-pepper squid is a traditional dish originating from Guangzhou. This Cantonese dish is usually made with a combination of squid, potato flour, scallions, Shaoxing wine, garlic, oil, hot peppers, Sichuan pepper or white p... READ MORE

Tibs is an Ethiopian dish consisting of stir-fried meat and vegetables. The dish can be served in a wide variety of manners – ranging from mild to hot and containing a small amount of vegetables, lots of vegetables, or no vegetables at all. ... READ MORE

Pad Thai is Thailand's national dish, a flavorful stir-fry (pad in Thai) dish consisting of rice noodles, tofu, dried shrimp, bean sprouts, and eggs. If it's made with meat, chicken and pork are some of the most popular choices. The flavo... READ MORE

Twice cooked pork is a Sichuan specialty prepared by cooking fatty pork leg or belly (with the skin intact) in two different ways. Pork is first simmered in a pot and cooled in the refrigerator in order for the meat and fat to firm up. After that,... READ MORE

Beef chow fun is a Cantonese dish prepared by stir-frying previously marinated beef slices together with flat, wide rice noodles (hor fun), and bean sprouts. Because of the preparation method, beef chow fun is a true measure of any accomp... READ MORE

Stir-fry shrimps or you bao xia is a Chinese dish where whole shrimps are stir-fried in a wok until crispy. They are then soaked in a savory sauce that typically consists of chicken broth, black vinegar, sesame oil, sugar, and Shaoxing wi... READ MORE

This traditional Thai stir-fry combines minced meat or seafood with holy basil and various other ingredients such as shallots, garlic, and chili peppers. The dish is flavored with soy sauce, sugar, and fish sauce, and typically comes served with r... READ MORE

Dak galbi is the South Korean variety of stir-fried chicken. It is a communal dish that's cooked tableside, on large cast iron skillets. Typical elements in dak galbi include various chicken cuts, cabbage, tteok rice cakes, carrots, chili... READ MORE

Nasi goreng ayam is a traditional fried rice dish that's also popular in Singapore, Brunei, and Malaysia. Although there are many versions of this nasi goreng variety, it is usually made with a combination of chicken thighs, oil, salt, white peppe... READ MORE

Arroz chaufa is a popular Peruvian dish with a great influence of Chinese cuisine. It consists of a combination of fried rice, meats, vegetables, and fruits. Most commonly, rice is fried with shredded chicken, salami, garlic, ginger, slivered almo... READ MORE

Originating from Beijing, jing jiang rou si is a trademark of the capital's extraordinary cuisine, consisting of sliced pork meat cooked in a sauce based on sweet beans. The dish is then traditionally rolled in soya bean wraps, although it can be ... READ MORE

Black pepper crab is the unofficial national dish of Singapore, made by stir-frying crab pieces with black pepper, garlic, shallots, and oyster sauce over high heat. The dish is seldom prepared at home, but people can easily find it at numerous st... READ MORE

Nasi goreng is often referred to as the Indonesian version of fried rice. Although it is considered to be the national dish of Indonesia, it is also commonly eaten in Malaysia and Singapore. It is believed that the tradition of frying rice in Indo... READ MORE

Chongqing chicken is a famous Sichuan dish consisting of chicken and chilis. The dish is usually made with chicken on the bone, which is then chopped into small pieces, marinated, and deep-fried. Traditionally, there is almost always more dried re... READ MORE

Dakbokkeumtang is a South Korean dish consisting of chicken pieces, potatoes, onions, and carrots that are stir-fried in a mixture of soy sauce, gochujang (fermented sauce), and garlic. The dish originated in the 20th century, with the in... READ MORE

Lok lak is a Cambodian stir-fry utilizing beef, chicken, or shrimp as the key ingredients, although beef is typically the most popular option. For the beef version, a bed of lettuce leaves is traditionally topped with cucumbers, tomatoes, raw onio... READ MORE

Rau muống xào tỏi is a traditional dish that's suitable for vegetarians. It's made with a combination of morning glory (water spinach), garlic, fish sauce, salt, sugar, and oyster sauce. The water spinach is blanched, then stir-fried with g... READ MORE

Beef kway teow is a Singaporean and Malaysian noodle dish that can be served either as a quick meal or as a side dish to bigger meals. In order to prepare it, broad and flat rice noodles are stir-fried with vegetables and herbs, and topped with sl... READ MORE

Nasi goreng kunyit is a fried rice dish that features turmeric as a defining ingredient, giving it a distinctive yellow color and earthy flavor. It originates from Indonesia and is commonly found in home kitchens and ... READ MORE

Fan qie chao dan is a traditional dish based on eggs on tomatoes. Other ingredients usually include oil, salt, sugar, and potato flour or cornstarch. The eggs are scrambled into large curds and then stir-fried with sliced tomatoes in oil. Sugar an... READ MORE

Picante de mariscos is a traditional dish originating from the coastal regions. This spicy stir-fry is usually prepared with a combination of garlic, oil, potatoes, onions, white wine, hot chili peppers, cumin ,parsley, and seafood such as squid, ... READ MORE

This Ethiopian tibs variation is made with chunks or strips of meat (either lamb, beef, or goat) that are cooked in a pan with butter, spices, onions, and peppers. The meat is seared until some of the pieces become crunchy. The dish is traditional... READ MORE

Pancit Bato is a traditional type of Filipino pancit originating from the town of Bato, hence the name. This noodle soup is usually made with a combination of sun-dried pancit Bato egg noodles, carrots, peas, cabbage, pork slices, oil, salt, peppe... READ MORE

Yakisoba is the Japanese variety of fried noodles. Originating from the Chinese chow main, these noodles are usually mixed with a variety of meat and vegetables. Japanese favorites are usually pork, cabbage, onions, and carrots. The most ... READ MORE

A staple of westernized Chinese cuisine and one of the favorite dishes of foreigners in China, kung pao chicken is a spicy stir-fry dish made with diced chicken, vegetables, peanuts, and Sichuan peppercorns. It was invented in the Sichuan province... READ MORE

Japchae is a South Korean dish made by stir-frying glass noodles and vegetables. The dish is often served with beef and additionally flavored with sugar and soy sauce. The name of the dish is translated to a mixture of vegetables. The ori... READ MORE

Yaki-udon is a famous Japanese dish which consists of chewy udon noodles that are stir-fried with a variety of ingredients and doused in a rich soy-based sauce. The dish can employ a wide variety of sliced vegetables, meat, or seafood, which are a... READ MORE

Stir-fried octopus is a classic Korean banchan (side dish). It is usually prepared with a small-sized octopus that is sliced and then fried in a flavorful combination of garlic, ginger, and gochujang chili paste, while other addi... READ MORE

Phat si-io is a Chinese-style noodle dish originating from Thailand. The dish is often prepared and served from street stalls and consists of big noodles or vermicelli which are stir-fried with thinly sliced pork, beef, chicken, or seafood. The di... READ MORE

Often regarded as a more convenient variation of the classic phở, this traditional Vietnamese dish employs similar ingredients, but they are stir-fried rather than cooked, and the dish does not contain the broth. Phở xào is typical... READ MORE

Nasi goreng mawut is a distinctive Indonesian fried rice dish that comes from Central and East Java. Its name loosely means “messy fried rice,” referring to the way rice and noodles are mixed together in t... READ MORE

Sambal kangkong is a traditional vegetable dish originating from Malaysia. The dish is usually made with a combination of water spinach (kangkong) and sambal chili paste that consists of hot peppers, garlic, shallots, salt, oil, and dried shrimps.... READ MORE

Ling moong gai is a traditional chicken dish originating from China. The dish is usually made with a combination of chicken, soy sauce, lemon juice and zest, sesame oil, ginger, cornflour, scallions, and sugar. The chicken is cut into quarters and... READ MORE

General Tso’s chicken is a Chinese-American sweet and spicy dish consisting of chicken dices that are first deep-fried, then stir-fried together with ginger, garlic, scallions, and hot chili peppers in a sauce made from sugar, soy sauce, ric... READ MORE

Pepper steak is a classic Chinese-American dish consisting of sliced strips of steak that are seasoned with a hefty dose of freshly ground pepper. The dish is believed to have origins in the Chinese province of Fujian, where pork was originally us... READ MORE

Like many other dishes in Asia, chilli crab started as a street food item, but it has eventually become so popular that today it is considered to be the national dish of Singapore. It consists of a stir-fried crab covered in a succulent, spicy sau... READ MORE

The unusually named Sichuan dish known as ants climbing a tree consists of glass noodles in a flavorful sauce with ground pork. The name is derived from the visual appearance of the dish, where the glass noodles represent tree branches, the choppe... READ MORE

Nasi goreng kampung is a village-style fried rice dish widely enjoyed in both Malaysia and Indonesia, where it reflects a rustic approach to cooking that relies on simple ingredients and strong, savory flavors. In bot... READ MORE

Tempe orek is an Indonesian stir-fry dish made with tempe, a traditional fermented soybean cake that originated in Java. In tempe orek, tempe is typically sliced into small matchsticks or cubes and then fried until golden, giving it a satisfying c... READ MORE

Pancit Malabon belongs to a broad group of traditional Filipino stir-fried noodle dishes. It is prepared with thick rice noodles doused in a flavorful shrimp-infused sauce and usually incorporates various seafood ingredients such as shrimps, squid... READ MORE