25 Easy Vegan Asian Recipes by Cuisine
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Asian cuisines are some of the most naturally vegan-friendly in the world. Between tofu, tempeh, rice noodles, coconut milk curries, and fermented sauces like soy and gochujang, the flavor building blocks are already plant-based. Most of these vegan Asian recipes come together in 30 minutes or less, making them solid options for weeknight dinners.
This list covers 25 easy vegan Asian dinner recipes organized by cuisine: Chinese, Thai, Japanese, Korean, and Southeast Asian. Each one links to the full recipe on the original blog, so you can jump straight to cooking.
Jump to a cuisine:
- Chinese-Inspired
- Thai-Inspired
- Japanese-Inspired
- Korean-Inspired
- Southeast Asian
- Quick Noodles and Stir Fries
Chinese-Inspired Vegan Recipes
Chinese cooking relies heavily on woks, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, all of which are already vegan. These recipes capture the flavors of Chinese takeout without the meat.
Vegetable Lo Mein
A quick vegan lo mein loaded with vegetables and a savory sauce. Faster than ordering takeout and you can use whatever veggies you have on hand.
10-Minute Sesame Noodles — Joyful Dumplings
Simple noodles in a bold sesame sauce that comes together in 10 minutes. A quick vegan Asian recipe for nights when you want big flavor with almost no effort.
Szechuan Tofu with Vegetables — My Quiet Kitchen
A spicy tofu stir fry with bold Szechuan flavors. You can adjust the heat level and use whatever vegetables you have. Vegan, gluten-free, and nut-free.
Fried Mushroom Wontons with Sweet Chili Sauce — Oh My Veg
Crispy fried wontons filled with seasoned mushrooms, served with homemade sweet chili sauce. A vegan Chinese appetizer that works as a starter or snack.
Vegan Egg Roll in a Bowl — Earth To Veg
All the flavors of an egg roll without the wrapper. A one-pan dinner that’s gluten-free and low carb, with options for whole food plant-based eating.
Thai-Inspired Vegan Recipes
Thai food balances sweet, sour, salty, and spicy in every dish. Coconut milk, curry paste, lemongrass, and fresh basil do most of the flavor work, and tofu stands in naturally for protein.
Green Curry Tofu with Vegetables — My Quiet Kitchen
A simplified Thai green curry made with ingredients from a regular grocery store. Comes together in one pan in 30 minutes with coconut milk, green curry paste, tofu, and your favorite vegetables.
Thai Drunken Noodles (Pad Kee Mao) — Ooh La La It’s Vegan
Spicy, saucy noodles with a hint of sweet, packed with vegetables and fresh basil. A one-pot vegan Thai dinner ready in under 30 minutes.
Easy Vegan Pad Thai — Strength and Sunshine
A healthier homemade pad thai that’s gluten-free and allergy-free, with no nuts or soy. Authentic rice noodles, vegetables, and a tangy pad thai sauce. If you have DVM’s own easy vegan pad thai, you can compare the two approaches.
Yellow Curry — Organically Addison
A Thai-inspired yellow curry with aromatic spices that comes together quickly. Filled with vegetables and works well for meal prep since the flavors improve the next day.
Tom Yum Fried Rice — Cinnamon Snail
Thai-inspired fried rice infused with makrut lime leaves, bird’s eye chilies, and a medley of spices. A balanced one-pan meal that works well for meal prep.
Japanese-Inspired Vegan Recipes
Japanese cooking emphasizes clean flavors and simplicity. Miso, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame form the base of most dishes, and tofu has been a staple protein in Japan for centuries.
Mushroom Udon Noodle Bowl — By The Forkful
Thick udon noodles in a warm mushroom broth with crispy tofu and toppings. Easy vegan Asian comfort food that comes together surprisingly fast.
Easy Miso Soup — Happy Kitchen Rocks
A simple Japanese clear soup with miso paste, tofu, and seaweed. Ready in 15 minutes and works as a light lunch or a starter before a larger meal.
Vegan Sushi Salad with Spicy Mayo — Avocado Skillet
All the flavors of sushi in salad form, no rolling required. Sushi rice, vegetables, and a spicy mayo dressing for a quick Japanese-inspired dinner.
Silken Tofu Salad — Veggies Save The Day
A Japanese-inspired salad with silken tofu, tomatoes, cucumber, and avocado in a light dressing. A refreshing side dish or light meal.
Korean-Inspired Vegan Recipes
Korean food is built on bold, fermented flavors like gochujang (fermented chili paste), kimchi, and doenjang (soybean paste). These ingredients are naturally vegan and add depth that’s hard to replicate with other seasonings.
Korean Gochujang Tofu — Somebody Feed Seb
Crispy fried tofu coated in a spicy, salty, smoky gochujang sauce. This one has some heat to it, so adjust the gochujang amount if you prefer milder food.
Korean Ramen — Green Heart Love
A vegan ramen noodle soup with a broth that balances umami, sweet, tangy, and spicy flavors. All plant-based ingredients and the broth is the star of this dish.
Gochujang Fried Rice with Kimchi — Non Guilty Choices
A one-pan fried rice with gochujang and kimchi that’s ready in 15 minutes. Serves two as a main or four as a side. One of the quickest vegan Asian dinner ideas on this list.
Southeast Asian Vegan Recipes
Southeast Asian cuisines from Vietnam, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines use fresh herbs, coconut, tamarind, and chili to build layers of flavor. Many traditional dishes are already plant-based or easy to adapt.
Sweet and Sour Tempeh — Plant Based on a Budget
Crispy, chewy tempeh with tender vegetables in a homemade sweet and sour sauce. Pair with rice for a meal that’s cheaper and fresher than takeout.
Vietnamese Goi Cuon Salad Rolls — Cinnamon Snail
Fresh Vietnamese spring rolls packed with herbs, vegetables, and marinated fried tofu. Light, refreshing, and the herb-forward flavor makes them addictive.
Creamy Tofu Satay Curry — Oh My Veg
A takeaway-style Malaysian satay curry with creamy peanut sauce and tofu. Ready in under 20 minutes and tastes better than eating out.
Adobong Sitaw — Cinnamon Snail
A plant-based version of a classic Filipino green bean dish. Jackfruit and tofu replace pork belly, and the vinegar-soy adobo sauce gives it that signature tangy, savory flavor.
Quick Vegan Asian Noodles and Stir Fries
These don’t fit neatly into one cuisine but share the same appeal: fast, flavorful, and built around noodles or stir-fried proteins. Most are ready in under 20 minutes.
Peanut Butter Noodles — This Wife Cooks
Comforting noodles in a creamy peanut sauce that satisfies takeout cravings. Ready in 30 minutes or less and a reliable weeknight dinner.
Teriyaki Tempeh — The Vegan Larder
Tempeh glazed in a sticky teriyaki sauce. A high-protein vegan main that pairs well with rice and steamed vegetables for a complete meal.
Chinese Cucumber Salad — Pinch and Swirl
Smashed cucumbers in a spicy, tangy dressing. The smashing technique creates craggy edges that soak up the sauce. A fast side dish that pairs with any Asian main.
These 25 easy vegan Asian recipes cover six different cuisines and range from 10-minute sesame noodles to rich coconut curries. If you’re new to cooking Asian food at home, start with the simpler stir fries and noodle dishes, then work your way up to curries and more involved recipes. DVM’s own mushroom tofu fried rice is another quick Asian-inspired dinner, and the coconut curry noodles are a reader favorite.
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