A boundary-pushing pan-Asian vegetarian cookbook, PlantAsia ingeniously merges traditional techniques and modern, multicultural flavors
“A stunningly original book rooted in a deep respect for Asian traditions . . . and at the same time genuinely progressive.”—Helen Goh, coauthor of Ottolenghi Comfort
Cooks across Asia have been making plant-based meals for centuries—and for just as long, they’ve been evolving new methods to make them taste deeply, richly satisfying. PlantAsia carries on that tradition of innovation, drawing on traditional techniques to challenge and expand what you imagine when you think of modern vegetarian cooking.
Technique-based chapters showcase recipes from more than fifteen countries, including:
Raw: Mini Kimbap with Ssamjang Mayonnaise, Naengmyeon with Watermelon Dongchimi
Steamed and Blanched: Watercress Noodles with Split Pea Fritters, Chayote and Glass Noodle Dumplings
Simmered: Beet Curry with Coconut Sambol, Butternut Squash Kootu with Spiced Chickpeas
Fried: Ee-Fu Noodles with Braised Shiitake Mushrooms, Fig and Brie Hotteok
Deep-Fried: Spinach Chaat with Chickpeas and Yogurt, Hot Butter Mushrooms
Charred and Grilled: Smoky Eggplant Raita with Focaccia, Grilled Rice Paper with Tofu Sisig
Roasted and Baked: Charred Brussels Sprouts with Grapefruit and Yuba, Butternut Squash Dengaku
Sweetened: Chili-Flecked Jalebis with Mango Yogurt, Blackberry and Peach Gum Shortcake
Interviews and recipes from more than two dozen contributors offer authentic and layered perspectives on the present and future of Asian cooking. Plus, a detailed guide to buying and cooking with Asian ingredients will help you expand your Asian pantry.
Perfect for adventurous foodies, fans of Asian cuisines in search of inspiring and original recipes, and anyone looking for one-of-a-kind, vegetable-forward meals, this ambitious vegetarian cookbook is a stunning tribute to the incredible flavors, textures, and diversity of today’s vegetarian cuisine.
With contributions from:
Kimberly Mendoza Camara · O Tama Carey · Cathie Carpio · John Chantarasak · Ivy Chen · C-Y Chia and Shane Stanbridge · R.G. Enriquez-Diez · Cathy Erway · Zoey Xinyi Gong · Julie Kleeman and Yeshi Jampa · Bryan Koh · Jenny Lau · Sunny Lee · Maori Murota · Andrea Quynhgiao Nguyen · Petty Pandean-Elliott · Minal Patel · Gayan Pieris · Sonoko Sakai · Jihee Shin · Cameron Stauch · Hairil Sukaime · Vasunthara · Wayan Kresna Yasa
From the Publisher
“This is a stunningly original book, rooted in a deep respect for Asian traditions, philosophies, and ingredients and at the same time genuinely progressive in its approach. Pamelia’s extensive knowledge of cuisine has enabled her to contextualize her stories and vegetable-starring recipes in a way which demystifies and excites. The focus is on the pleasure-giving and nourishing value of plants rather than substitution or deprivation. I cannot wait to cook my way through the entire book.”—Helen Goh, coauthor of Ottolenghi Sweet and columnist for The Sydney Morning Herald
Rice Noodle Sheet Rolls
Beet Curry with Coconut Sambol
Sago Dumplings with Tempeh and Peanuts
Ee-Fu Noodles with Braised Shiitake Mushrooms
Fried Cauliflower with Gochujang Glaze
Smoky Eggplant Raita with Focaccia
Mushroom Rice Rolls with Bean Sprout Salad
Blackberry and Peach Gum Shortcake
ASIN : B0DT236QTF
Publisher : The Experiment
Accessibility : Learn more
Publication date : October 28, 2025
Language : English
File size : 386.4 MB
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Not Enabled
Word Wise : Not Enabled
Print length : 290 pages
ISBN-13 : 979-8893030884
Page Flip : Enabled
Best Sellers Rank: #855,629 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store) #53 in Southeast Asian Cooking #144 in Vegetarian Cooking #197 in Southeast Asian Cooking, Food & Wine
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