Craving delicious Asian flavors without the guilt of deep-frying? Unleash the potential of your air fryer with this exciting collection of recipes!
We’ve got everything from crispy spring rolls and savory stir-fries to flavorful curries and satisfying lettuce wraps. Each recipe is perfectly designed for your air fryer, so you can enjoy all the taste and texture of your favorite Asian dishes with a healthier twist.
Let’s embark on a culinary adventure through Asia, all in the comfort of your own kitchen!
Crispy Air Fryer Chicken Spring Rolls
These healthier versions of takeout favorites are packed with flavor and so easy to make at home. Prep your favorite fillings (cabbage, carrots, ground pork) and use store-bought spring roll wrappers for convenience. They come out perfectly crispy without any deep-frying!
Air Fryer Korean Fried Cauliflower
This vegetarian twist on Korean Fried Chicken is bursting with sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. The cauliflower florets get coated in a gochujang-based sauce and then air-fried to crispy perfection. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces for a fun appetizer or side dish.
Air Fryer Sesame Chicken
This classic takeout dish can be easily made at home in your air fryer. Chicken pieces are coated in a flavorful cornstarch slurry and then cooked until crispy. They’re then tossed in a sweet and savory sesame sauce for a restaurant-worthy meal.
Air Fryer Potstickers
These pan-fried dumplings get a healthier makeover in the air fryer. You can use store-bought potstickers or get adventurous and make your own filling. Just be sure to cook them in batches for even crisping.
Air Fryer Vietnamese Spring Rolls
These fresh and flavorful spring rolls are filled with rice noodles, herbs, vegetables, and sometimes protein like shrimp or pork. Unlike their deep-fried counterparts, air-fried spring rolls come out crispy on the outside and all the fillings stay perfectly cooked on the inside.
Air Fryer Chicken and Broccoli Stir Fry
This quick and easy stir-fry is perfect for a weeknight meal. Chicken and broccoli florets are tossed in a savory sauce and then air-fried to crispy perfection. Serve with rice or noodles for a complete meal.
Air Fryer Mongolian Beef
This flavorful stir-fry dish features thin strips of beef that are marinated in a savory sauce and then air-fried. It’s a healthier and faster alternative to takeout Mongolian beef.
Air Fryer Shrimp Tempura
This light and crispy tempura is a great appetizer or main course. Shrimp are coated in a tempura batter and then air-fried until golden brown. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like soy sauce or spicy mayo.
Air Fryer Wontons
These little bites of deliciousness are perfect for a quick snack or appetizer. Wontons are filled with your favorite ingredients (pork, shrimp, vegetables) and then air-fried until crispy. Serve with dipping sauces for extra flavor.
Air Fryer Tofu Scramble
This vegan dish is a great way to start your day. Tofu is crumbled and then seasoned to resemble scrambled eggs. It’s then air-fried until crispy and cooked through. Serve with your favorite breakfast toppings like avocado toast, salsa, or vegan cheese.
Air Fryer Korean BBQ Chicken Wings
These wings get marinated in a gochujang-based sauce for a sweet, spicy, and savory explosion. Air-frying ensures crispy skin and juicy meat – perfect for finger-licking fun!
Air Fryer Spicy Garlic Edamame
Edamame pods are tossed in a simple yet flavorful sauce of soy sauce, chili flakes, and garlic. Air-frying makes them perfectly tender and slightly crispy – a healthy and addictive snack.
Air Fryer Chicken Katsu Donburi
This classic Japanese dish features crispy chicken cutlet served over rice with a savory egg sauce. The air fryer delivers perfectly golden brown chicken without the need for deep-frying.
Air Fryer Shrimp Fried Rice
This weeknight staple gets a healthier makeover in the air fryer. Cooked rice, shrimp, vegetables, and eggs are tossed together in a savory sauce and air-fried for a quick and delicious meal.
Air Fryer Chinese Eggplant with Garlic Sauce
Eggplant slices are air-fried until tender, then coated in a garlicky and savory sauce for a simple yet flavorful side dish.
Air Fryer Chicken Dumplings
Store-bought or homemade dumplings get a healthy and crispy makeover in the air fryer. Perfect for a quick appetizer or snack.
Air Fryer Tandoori Chicken Skewers
Marinated chicken pieces are threaded onto skewers and air-fried for a healthier take on classic Indian tandoori chicken. Serve with your favorite dipping sauces like mint chutney or raita.
Air Fryer Lumpia (Filipino Spring Rolls)
These savory spring rolls are filled with a mixture of ground pork, vegetables, and spices. Air-frying delivers a crispy exterior and perfectly cooked filling.
Air Fryer Korean Fried Rice Balls (Kimbap)
These bite-sized rice balls are filled with savory ingredients like vegetables, meats, and pickled vegetables. Air-frying creates a crispy exterior without the need for deep-frying oil.
Air Fryer Spicy Szechuan Chicken
Diced chicken gets tossed in a fiery Szechuan sauce with chili peppers, garlic, ginger, and fermented black beans. Air-frying delivers a crispy texture with a bold and flavorful kick.
Air Fryer Chicken and Mango Curry Skewers
Marinated chicken and juicy mango chunks are threaded onto skewers and air-fried for a sweet, savory, and tropical flavor explosion. Serve with a creamy dipping sauce for an extra layer of deliciousness.
Air Fryer Sesame Green Beans
Green beans are tossed in a simple sesame oil and soy sauce mixture, then air-fried until crisp-tender. A healthy and flavorful side dish ready in minutes.
Air Fryer Thai Chicken Satay
Chicken pieces are marinated in a fragrant Thai coconut curry paste, then air-fried for a healthier alternative to grilled satay. Serve with peanut sauce and cucumber salad for a complete appetizer or light meal.
Air Fryer Gyoza (Japanese Dumplings)
Pan-fried dumplings get a healthier makeover in the air fryer. You can use store-bought gyoza or get adventurous and make your own filling.
Air Fryer Korean Beef Bulgogi Lettuce Wraps
Marinated beef strips are air-fried until tender and flavorful. Serve with lettuce leaves, kimchi, and your favorite toppings for a fun and interactive dining experience.
Air Fryer Chicken and Pineapple Curry Puffs
These flaky pastries are filled with a savory curry mixture of chicken, vegetables, and pineapple chunks. Air-frying ensures a crispy exterior and juicy filling for a delicious appetizer or snack.
