Easy Asian Christmas Dinner Recipes

Whether you’re hosting a full festive dinner or just cooking something special for family and friends, these easy Asian recipes for Christmas from our kitchen are here to give you a little inspiration. They’re simple to make, full of flavour, and meant for sharing, perfect for a cosy Christmas dinner or a New Year’s get-together.

If you’ve ever wondered how Asian families celebrate Christmas and New Year, or what kind of food we usually cook during the holidays, you’re not alone.

Growing up, Christmas and New Year holidays meant heading to my grandparents’ house to spend the days with all my cousins and family. We’d help roll spring rolls or wrap dumplings, while plates of chow mein, glass noodle stir fry, and chicken satay filled the table.

There was always extra food made to share with neighbours, too. Nothing fancy, just really good food, lots of laughter, and that warm feeling. I hope these recipes bring to your Christmas table as well.

These are some of the Asian and Chinese dishes we love making when everyone’s home, the house feels lively, and the table is full. Most of these recipes use everyday ingredients. They’re comforting, budget-friendly, and perfect for a crowd, guaranteed to impress your guests too!

Starters & Shareables to Start the Feast Right

These easy Asian starters are perfect for grazing and setting the mood for a festive night.

1. Vegetable Spring Rolls

Crispy on the outside and packed with savoury vegetables inside, these classic spring rolls are always a crowd-pleasing starter.

A stack of fried golden spring rolls displayed on the white plate. Red sweet and sour dipping sauce bowl on the side.

Get the recipe → Vegetable Spring Rolls

2. Firecracker Shrimp (Shrimp in a Blanket)

Juicy shrimp wrapped and fried until golden, then served with a sweet and spicy homemade Sweet Chilli Sauce that packs a little kick.

Fried firecracker shrimp spring rolls displayed on the white plate with sweet chilli sauce dip sauce on the side.

Get the recipe →Firecracker Shrimp (Shrimp in a Blanket)

3. Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

Crispy wings seasoned with garlic, chilli, and pepper. Simple, bold, and perfect for sharing.

Fried golden chicken wings with Chinese salt and pepper seasonings and chilli pepper slices.

Get the recipe → Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

4. Air Fryer Prawn Toast

A lighter take on the takeaway favourite sesame prawn toast, crispy on the outside with a savoury prawn topping.

Crispy fried sesame prawn toast with white and black sesame seeds.

Get the recipe → Air Fryer Prawn Toast

5. Bang Bang Salmon Bites

Crispy salmon pieces coated in a creamy, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce that feels special but is easy to make at home.

Air fried salmon cubes topped with sweet and tangy creamy bang bang sauce.

Get the recipe →Bang Bang Salmon Bites

6. Hot Honey Chicken Wings

Sticky, sweet, and just the right amount of spicy. These wings are guaranteed to disappear fast.

Fried chicken wings glazed with spicy hot honey wing sauce.

Get the recipe → Hot Honey Chicken Wings

Festive Centrepieces & Sides

Comforting, familiar flavours that feel special enough for the holidays, but still easy to cook at home, perfect for a busy kitchen and a full table.

7. Soy Sauce Chicken

Tender, juicy chicken simmered in a rich soy sauce glaze. Comforting, flavourful, and perfect as a festive main.

Glossy soy sauce braised whole chicken displayed on the white plate.

Get the recipe → Soy Sauce Chicken

8. Chinese Steamed Fish

Light, delicate, and fragrant. A simple yet elegant dish often served for special occasions.

Steamed whole sea bass topped spring onions and chilli strips on top with soy sauce on the sauce.

Get the recipe → Chinese Steamed Fish

9. Sweet and Sour Chicken

Crispy chicken in a glossy, sweet, and tangy sauce, a classic Chinese takeaway favourite dish everyone knows and loves.

Chinese sweet and sour sauce with pineapples and bell peppers.

Get the recipe → Sweet and Sour Chicken

10. Beef Lo Mein

Soft noodles tossed with savoury beef and vegetables for a comforting, filling dish that easily feeds a crowd.

Stir fry beef slices and lo mein noodles and vegetables.

Get the recipe →Beef Lo Mein

11. Crispy Chilli Beef

Our readers' favourite crispy chilli beef. Crunchy strips of beef coated in a sweet and spicy chilli sauce for bold, festive flavour.

Crispy fried shredded chilli beef strips with red peppers displayed on the blue plate.

Get the recipe → Crispy Chilli Beef

12. Chicken Fried Rice

A comforting classic fried rice made with everyday ingredients, perfect for feeding hungry guests or using up leftover rice.

Upside down a bowl of fried rice with chicken and small vegetable cubes.

Get the recipe → Chicken Fried Rice

13. Shrimp Mei Fun

Light rice noodles stir-fried with juicy shrimp, making a comforting dish that doesn’t feel too heavy.

Stir fry rice vermicelli noodles with shrimps and vegetables.

Get the recipe → Shrimp Mei Fun

14. Smashed Cucumber Salad

Fresh, crunchy, and refreshing, this Chinese cucumber salad adds a light contrast to richer main dishes.

Smashed cucumbers chunks with soy and chilli dipping sauce.

Get the recipe → Smashed Cucumber Salad

15. Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry

Simple, wholesome, and easy to make. This chicken and asparagus recipe is light, fresh, and always satisfying.

Stir fried chicken slices with asparagus displayed on the white plate.

Get the recipe → Chicken and Asparagus Stir Fry

16. Garlic Green Beans Stir Fry

Crisp green beans tossed with plenty of garlic for a simple veggie dish that everyone enjoys.

Stir fry green beans and golden fried garlic displayed on the white plate.

Get the recipe → Garlic Green Beans Stir Fry

Explore More Asian Recipes for the Holiday Season

If you’re looking for even more inspiration, from Chinese and Japanese to Thai dishes, feel free to browse our Recipe Collection. You’ll find plenty of Fried Rice, Noodles, Soups, and everyday favourites, perfect for hosting Christmas and New Year celebrations.

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