This monsoon, bring Goa to your table with these comforting Pan-Asian dishes made from fresh seasonal produce

Bring Goa home with these fresh and seasonal Pan-Asian dishes. (Unsplash) Try these fresh and comforting Pan-Asian dishes to bring a taste of Goa home this monsoon. Here’s the breakdown of the recipes.Monsoon has a way of making us crave comforting food, warm flavours and leisurely meals. This season, bring a little bit of Goa home with comforting Pan-Asian dishes shared by Chef Tenzin Khetsok, Cluster Chef, Yazu Goa and Yazu Bangalore, crafted using fresh, seasonal ingredients, perfect for a cosy meal while the rain pours outside.​Also read | Try these 2 easy Caesar salad recipes for a refreshing meal at home: See step-by-step processMah Poh TofuIngredients350g silken tofu, cut into cubesGreen peasSweet corn kernelsCarrot, dicedFrench beans, choppedGarlic, finely choppedGinger, finely choppedSpring onionsSichuan sauceChilli bean sauceOyster sauceSichuan oilCorn flour slurrySalt and pepper, to tasteMah Poh Tofu recipe. (Yazu Goa and Yazu Bangalore)Method1. Lightly blanch the vegetables until just tender.2. Heat Sichuan oil in a wok and sauté the garlic and ginger until fragrant.3. Add the Sichuan sauce, chilli bean sauce and oyster sauce, followed by a splash of water.4. Add the vegetables and gently fold in the silken tofu.5. Thicken the sauce with a corn flour slurry and simmer briefly.6. Garnish with chopped spring onions and serve hot with steamed jasmine rice.Chef’s tip: Silken tofu is delicate, so always fold it gently into the sauce. Fresh vegetables and aromatic ginger create a balanced, comforting dish that's perfect for the monsoon.Soyu RamenIngredientsBoiled ramen noodlesChicken or vegetable stockSoy sauceChicken seasoning (optional)Bok choySnow peasAsparagusButton mushroomsShiitake mushroomsGarlic, choppedOnion, choppedGingerSesame oilSake (optional)Pickled gingerSpring onionsCorianderWhite sesame seedsFried garlicFried onionsNori sheetsSoft-boiled egg (optional)Choice of chicken, prawns, beef or pork (optional)Soyu Ramen recipe. (Yazu Goa and Yazu Bangalore)Method1. Simmer the stock with soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, onion and ginger.2. Add the vegetables and mushrooms, cooking until just tender.3. Place the cooked ramen noodles in a serving bowl and pour over the hot broth.4. Top with your choice of protein, soft-boiled egg, pickled ginger, nori, spring onions, coriander, sesame seeds, fried garlic and fried onions.5. Serve immediately.Chef’s tip: Don't overcook the vegetables—they should stay vibrant and slightly crisp. Layering fresh toppings at the end adds flavour, texture and freshness to every bowl.Pan-Fried Mushroom BaoIngredientsBao bunsMushroom fillingBok choyChar Siu saucePepper sauceCooking oilSpring onions (for garnish)Pan-Fried Mushroom Bao recipe. (Yazu Goa and Yazu Bangalore)Method1. Pan-fry the mushroom filling until lightly caramelised.2. Warm the bao buns until soft and fluffy.3. Fill each bao with the mushroom mixture and fresh bok choy.4. Drizzle with Char Siu sauce and a touch of pepper sauce.5. Garnish with spring onions and serve immediately.Chef’s tip: A good bao is all about contrast—crispy, caramelised mushrooms paired with soft, fluffy buns and fresh greens create the perfect bite.Anukriti Srivastava thrives at the intersection of words and voice, where journalism meets storytelling. A digital editor and journalist with over 5 years of experience, she has written across lifestyle, women issues, relationships, entertainment, fashion, and travel. She did her Masters in Broadcast Journalism and has published more than 500+ lifestyle content pieces across platforms.