Asian-Inspired Thanksgiving Recipes
In North America, many Asian families have incorporated Thanksgiving into their holiday traditions.
Rather than a whole roasted turkey with sides of mashed potatoes, stuffing and gravy, the table might feature familiar Asian dishes such as roast duck alongside steamed rice, noodles, and other flavorful fusion side dishes.
Looking for new flavors and unique ingredients to incorporate into your Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving feast? You're in the right place!
Start off with an easy-to-put together Banh Mi Charcuterie board, and end the holiday meal with a vibrant purple yam Ube Tart.
Appetizers
These Asian-inspired bites are the perfect appetizer to whet the appetite, bringing bold flavors and a fun, handheld twist on your usual Thanksgiving appies.
Sides
One of the best parts of Thanksgiving is all the side dishes! From fluffy dinner rolls, miso green beans to kabocha squash mash, these Asian fusion sides are perfect for adding extra flavor to your holiday spread.
Main
No Thanksgiving table is complete with a starring main dish, typically a roasted protein. For an Asian Thanksgiving, Cantonese-style roast duck or Chinese five-spice roast lamb will perfectly fit the bill.
Perhaps you're keeping it low-key with friends at home? Try Korean gochujang-spiced meatballs or a ginger-soy steamed fish instead.
Desserts
Who can forget about dessert? Traditional Thanksgiving dessert flavors of pumpkin, pecan, and apple are reimagined with ingredients such as kabocha, ube, hojicha, and black sesame.
From creamy kabocha pie to black sesame cake, end your feast on a delicious note with these Asian fusion treats incorporating warm, holiday flavors.
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Pumpkin Brochi® (Brownie Mochi)
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Creamy Mashed Potatoes
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Easy Prime Rib Roast
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Ultimate Apple & Cranberry Sausage Stuffing
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Vegetable and Turkey Dumplings with Black Vinegar Dipping Sauce
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Roasted Turkey Porchetta
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Instant Pot Turkey Congee
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Holiday Roast Pork With Wild Rice & Mushroom Stuffing & Roasted Potatoes