Asian Plant-Based Cuisine

BARU

Explore the ancient wisdom of Asian plant-based cooking -- from Korean temple food to Japanese shojin ryori. Each recipe carries centuries of culinary tradition, rooted in Buddhist philosophy and traditional medicine.

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Korean Seasoned Spinach

Sigeumchi-namul

10 minEasyMild

Temple-style Steamed Eggplant

Gaji-namul

15 minEasyMild

Temple Food

Bibimbap

50 minMedium

Glass Noodle Stir-fry

Japchae

35 minMediumMild

What is Asian Plant-Based Cuisine?

BARU brings together the plant-based traditions of East Asia -- Korean Buddhist temple food spanning 1,700 years, Japanese shojin ryori, and the ancient principles of traditional medicine. Temple food avoids the five pungent vegetables, creating dishes of remarkable purity and depth of flavor. Each dish nourishes both body and spirit.