11/01/2026
6 Delicious Asian-Style Chicken & Beef Recipes
Restaurant-Style Homemade Recipes | Full Ingredients & Step-by-Step Instructions
Enjoy six delicious Asian-inspired dishes packed with flavour. These recipes combine tender chicken, juicy beef, fresh vegetables and rich homemade sauces. Perfect for lunch, dinner and family meals.
1. Honey Garlic Chicken
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
1½ lb (680 g) boneless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional)
2 tablespoons water (if using cornstarch)
For the Honey Garlic Sauce:
¼ cup honey
¼ cup soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions:
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces.
Season with salt and black pepper.
If desired, toss the chicken with cornstarch for a lightly crispy coating.
Heat sesame oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, turning occasionally, until fully cooked.
In a small bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, rice vinegar and ginger.
Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken.
Simmer for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
If you prefer a thicker sauce, mix cornstarch with water and stir it into the pan.
Cook for another 1–2 minutes.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve hot with steamed rice or noodles.
2. Beef and Broccoli
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1½ lb (680 g) beef sirloin, thinly sliced
4 cups broccoli florets
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup water
1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions:
Wash the broccoli and cut it into small florets.
Thinly slice the beef against the grain.
In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, oyster sauce, water, garlic and ginger.
Add cornstarch and whisk until smooth.
Heat 1 tablespoon vegetable oil in a large wok.
Add broccoli and stir-fry for 3–4 minutes.
Add a little water, cover and steam until the broccoli is tender-crisp.
Remove the broccoli and set aside.
Add the remaining oil to the wok.
Add sliced beef and stir-fry until browned and cooked through.
Pour in the prepared sauce.
Add the broccoli back to the wok.
Stir everything together for 2–3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
Sprinkle sesame seeds over the top.
Serve hot with steamed rice.
3. Teriyaki Chicken
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1½ lb (680 g) boneless chicken thighs
½ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Instructions:
Cut the chicken thighs into medium-sized pieces or leave them whole.
In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger and rice vinegar.
Mix until the sugar dissolves.
Heat vegetable oil in a large frying pan.
Add the chicken and cook until browned on both sides and fully cooked.
Pour the prepared teriyaki sauce over the chicken.
Simmer for 3–4 minutes.
Mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water in a separate bowl.
Slowly pour this mixture into the pan while stirring.
Cook until the sauce becomes glossy and thick.
Turn the chicken to coat it evenly.
Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve with steamed rice and broccoli.
4. Mongolian Beef
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1½ lb (680 g) flank steak, thinly sliced
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
3 green onions, chopped
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
½ cup water
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Instructions:
Slice the flank steak thinly against the grain.
Toss the beef with cornstarch until lightly coated.
Heat vegetable oil in a large wok or frying pan.
Add the beef in small batches.
Stir-fry until browned and cooked through.
Remove the beef and set aside.
In the same pan, add garlic and ginger.
Cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add soy sauce, brown sugar and water.
Stir until the sugar dissolves.
Return the cooked beef to the pan.
Toss well until every piece is coated with sauce.
Simmer for 2–3 minutes until glossy.
Add chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
Serve hot with rice or noodles.
5. Orange Chicken
Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
1½ lb (680 g) boneless chicken breast, cut into cubes
¼ cup cornstarch
¼ cup all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 egg
Vegetable oil for frying
For the Orange Sauce:
½ cup fresh orange juice
¼ cup soy sauce
¼ cup brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1 teaspoon orange zest
2 tablespoons water
½ teaspoon grated ginger
Instructions:
Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized cubes.
Season with salt and black pepper.
Beat the egg in a separate bowl.
Combine cornstarch and flour in another bowl.
Dip each chicken piece into the beaten egg.
Coat with the flour and cornstarch mixture.
Heat vegetable oil in a deep frying pan.
Fry the chicken in batches until golden and fully cooked, reaching an internal temperature of 74°C (165°F).
Remove and drain on a wire rack.
In a saucepan, combine orange juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, orange zest and rice vinegar.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 2 tablespoons water.
Slowly add this mixture to the sauce while stirring.
Cook until thick and glossy.
Add the crispy chicken pieces.
Toss gently until every piece is coated.
Garnish with orange zest and chopped green onions.
Serve immediately with steamed rice.
6. Thai Basil Chicken
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
1½ lb (680 g) ground chicken
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 red chillies, thinly sliced
¼ cup soy sauce
2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 teaspoon sugar
2 tablespoons water
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon lime juice (optional)
Instructions:
Wash and dry the Thai basil leaves.
Mince the garlic and slice the red chillies.
Heat vegetable oil in a large wok.
Add garlic and chillies.
Stir-fry for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add ground chicken.
Break it apart with a spatula and cook for 6–8 minutes until completely cooked.
Add soy sauce and oyster sauce.
Sprinkle sugar and black pepper.
Pour in water and mix well.
Cook for another 2–3 minutes until the sauce coats the chicken.
Turn off the heat.
Add fresh Thai basil leaves.
Toss until the basil wilts slightly.
Add lime juice if desired.
Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.
Tips for Perfect Asian-Style Recipes
Prepare and measure all ingredients before cooking.
Cut meat into evenly sized pieces for consistent cooking.
Use fresh garlic and ginger for authentic flavour.
Avoid overcrowding the pan while stir-frying.
Adjust soy sauce and sugar according to your taste.
Use cornstarch slurry to achieve a thick, glossy sauce.
Add fresh herbs towards the end of cooking.
Serve immediately for the best flavour and texture.
Serving Suggestions
Steamed white rice
Fried rice
Vegetable noodles
Stir-fried vegetables
Asian cucumber salad
Sesame garlic noodles
Recipe Overview
Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
Difficulty Level: Easy to Medium
Recipe Category: Chicken, Beef & Main Course
Perfect For: Lunch, Dinner, Meal Prep and Family Meals.