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Crispy Tofu Balls

This recipe is a game-changer for people who think they don't like tofu. To get the right balance between moisture and texture, we provide three techniques for removing excess liquid.
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Malaysian Chicken Curry

This dish is made with an Indonesian chili paste for a deep, comforting, and rich curry.
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Double-Fried Chicken Wings

Double frying means this recipe turns out the crispiest chicken wings ever. Feel free to sauce them any way you like.
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Salted Plum Lychee Panna Cotta

A few uncommon products, such as salted plum powder, canned lychees, and agar-agar, are easily found online and make this creamy dessert truly exceptional.
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Hanoi Grilled Turmeric Fish with Dill and Onion

This is a variation on the OG version of the dish—so feel free to experiment.
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Coco Rico Vietnamese Fish Sauce

Serve with anything and everything—it will get better, spicier, and more Vietnamese-approved over time.
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Singaporean Chili Crab

This spicy, tangy, rich seafood dish may have several elements, but once they all come together it's absolute magic.
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Buttermilk Beer Beignets

These airy doughnuts are served with Singaporean Chili Crab at Starry Kitchen in Los Angeles.
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Bo La Lot

Grilled or sautéed, these Vietnamese ground beef–stuffed leaves make a fantastic summer hors d'oeuvre or can be served with rice noodles and grilled vegetables for dinner.