Southeast Asian

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.

There was dabbing of plates and licking of fingers. Not only would I make these again, but I can think of all sorts of other, wonderful ways to prepare them.

This hue beef noodle soup recipe gets a huge boost of flavor from shrimp paste and fish sauce.

Also called Bai Makrut or Thai lime leaves, these glossy, vibrant green leaves are integral to Southeast Asian cuisine.