Asian

Unlike most braises, these ribs aren't browned before they're simmered. The long, slow simmer tenderizes the meat, and the ribs get their brown, shiny exterior from a soy and brown sugar marinade. 

Instead of ordering Thai takeout, whip up this easy classic, which takes some short cuts (hello, curry paste) to get great flavor with less knife work. Serve with steamed jasmine rice and a cucumber and snow pea salad.

For a heartier dish, add sliced grilled steak or chicken.

This delicious meal allows the cook time for other things, like a conversation with his or her spouse, picking up children's shoes from around the front door, and auditing a plaintive tale of injustice from day camp.

Flank steak has been getting a lot of play lately because it's a recession-friendly cut of beef, but the relatively low price is just a perk as far as I'm concerned.

These rich, tender pouches have always been mysterious in method. How does one cook soup into a dumpling?

I'm typing from a prone position. I am exhausted. These might be little bundles of deliciousness, but they are a pain in the dumpling to make.

For an easy summer barbecue with international flair, grab some hot dogs and buns—and these delicious recipes for toppings with a global twist.

You can make this Chinese egg noodles recipe with smoked turkey, chicken, or your protein of choice, because the takeout-style soy sauce-based dressing is fantastic on everything.

Typically a spicy dish of fermented firm leafy cabbage and other vegetables, this mild version omits chilies.