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This Asian charcuterie board is filled with Asian-inspired snacks. Mix and match your favorite rolls, delicious Asian dips, fresh fruits, and crunchy veggies.
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Who says charcuterie boards are just for cured meats and cheese?
This Asian charcuterie board offers a fresh take on the ultimate party platter!
Filled with Maki rolls, spring rolls, vibrant fruits, fresh vegetables, and delicious dips, this Asian snack charcuterie board is so delicious, it’s about to become your next hosting essential.
What Is an Asian Charcuterie Board?
An Asian-inspired charcuterie board is a snack charcuterie board featuring Asian-inspired bites.
It’s highly adaptable, and the variations and combinations of the foods you can put on it are limitless. I’m not exaggerating; just imagine the diverse list of Asian cuisines you can take inspiration from when building your board!
Don’t know where to start? This particular Asian-style charcuterie board features Maki rolls and fresh spring rolls alongside assorted fresh fruits, crunchy veggies, and popular Asian dips.
The vibrant colors, comforting Asian flavors, and enjoyable textures are guaranteed to entice your guests. ?
As an Asian foodie myself, I can already imagine the variations I’ll make for my Asian charcuterie board. I’m thinking of a fusion between Filipino and Korean cuisine next time.
Hear me out: The board can feature longganisa (Filipino sausages), lumpia (Filipino spring rolls), Korean-style pork wraps, assorted Asian snacks, and dips inspired by the two cuisines. Sounds good, right?
Once you experience how fun it is to assemble a themed snack board, it’ll be hard to return to the usual cheese and crackers.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Have It Your Way: Fill this Asian snack charcuterie board with your favorites! There are no hard and fast rules. Just offer a variety of flavors, colors, and textures that you know your guests will love or surprise them with something new. ?
- Easy Entertaining: This Asian-inspired charcuterie board is super easy to prepare! You can even make some items in advance so you can focus on other dishes on the day of your party.
- Unique Charcuterie Board Idea: Serve a memorable feast beyond meats, cheese, and crackers. Since there are so many types of Asian foods to choose from, you can ensure that everyone will find something they like on your platter!
What Does This Asian Snack Charcuterie Board Taste Like?
The best way to describe the taste of this Asian-style charcuterie board is fresh and vibrant.
You’ll get a mix of sweet, juicy fruits, crunchy vegetables, dips full of umami, and satisfying rolls in one platter. You can even consider a taste test for different food combos before the party to plan your Asian charcuterie board better. Â
Remember, this is a charcuterie board, and you can follow the rule “the more, the better.” Embrace your cravings for Asian cuisine and give the guests plenty of combinations to play with.
But here’s another tip: avoid anything that’s too saucy or soft.
We still want the snacks to be easy to eat and won’t get messy or fall apart when picked up.
Ingredients for an Asian-Inspired Charcuterie Board
- Maki rolls – We opted for vegan Maki rolls, but you can also make other versions like California rolls or Philadelphia rolls. ?
- Fresh spring rolls – Our Asian charcuterie board is incomplete without light and crunchy spring rolls. You can make them from scratch (see below) and customize their fillings!
- Carrot sticks – Delicious and satisfying with creamy Asian dips. You can also bake them in the oven.
- Celery sticks – Other than the color they add to the platter, celery sticks actually pair well with Asian flavors and aromatics. (As someone who hates celery, I’m pleasantly surprised with celery sticks and Thai peanut dip!)
- Grape tomatoes – Meaty and perfectly poppable for our Asian snack charcuterie board.Â
- Strawberries – You can add your favorite fruits to this platter, but strawberries easily complement many sweet and savory snacks.Â
- Dragonfruit – An Asian favorite, this exotic fruit is guaranteed to spark the curiosity of your guests. It has a delicious kiwi-like texture and light sweet flavor.Â
- Mango – Pairs well with different rolls and salads when you mix and match the snacks in this beautiful board.
- Pomegranate -Makes a yummy combination with different types of Asian-inspired appetizers.
- Blueberries – To add a sweet-tart contrast to the savory Asian flavors.
- Edamame – You can also prepare your edamame with different seasonings!
- Soy sauce – I think it’s valid to say that this umami condiment is a must in any Asian-style charcuterie board!
- Asian dipping sauce – Feel free to add your favorite dips and sauces to this snack board. Use the other elements in the platter to know what to pick.
- Peanut sauce – Makes a fantastic dip and dressing for various Asian bites.
Tools Needed to Prepare an Asian-Themed Charcuterie Board
- Knife for slicing the fruits and veggies
- Charcuterie board for serving the Asian charcuterie board
Ingredient Additions & Substitutions for an Asian Style Charcuterie Board
Chicken satay skewers
If you love meat skewers, what better addition to have on this Asian charcuterie board than chicken satay?
They’re actually quite simple to make: Just marinate strips of chicken breasts in soy sauce, rice vinegar, fish sauce, and whatever spices, fresh herbs, and seasonings you want.
Then, grill the marinated chicken in skewers with bell peppers.
Dumplings
Dumplings are undoubtedly one of the most crowd-pleasing Asian appetizers. You can fry or steam potstickers for this appetizer platter!
Gochujang lettuce cups
If you love Korea’s Gochujang paste, try it with different kinds of meat for lettuce cups!
To make Gochujang lettuce cups, cook your choice of meat (or tofu) in a sauce made with Gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, and maple syrup.
Then, simply assemble the saucy meat in crispy lettuce cups with your favorite veggies and garnishes. Easy peasy.Â
How to Make an Asian Charcuterie Board
Ingredients:
- Maki rolls
- Fresh spring rolls
- Carrot sticks
- Celery sticks
- Grape tomatoes
- Strawberries
- Dragonfruit
- Mango
- Pomegranate
- Blueberries
- Edamame
- Soy sauce
- Asian dipping sauce
- Peanut sauce
Tools you need:
Instructions:
STEP 1: Gather the ingredients for your Asian charcuterie board.
STEP 2: Place the edamame in the center. Add the Maki rolls, celery sticks, carrot sticks, and dips.
STEP 3: Slice the fruits and add them to the board.
STEP 4: Fill the board with the rest of the ingredients. Serve and enjoy!
What to Serve with an Asian Snack Charcuterie Board
Planning a gathering? Serve this Asian snack charcuterie board with our TikTok viral Asian cucumber salad and shrimp sushi bowl to satisfy every crowd!
A side of noodles, pickled vegetables, and assorted dips from your favorite Asian cuisine will also be perfect with this platter.
Play with different arrangements, pairings, and flavors, from sweet and spicy to savory!
This Asian-inspired charcuterie board can also welcome our other recipes, like sushi wraps and sushi bake cups.
These fuss-free snacks are like the grab-and-go version of the trending sushi bake, and they’re a favorite in our household.
Tips About Making Asian-Themed Charcuterie Boards
- You can make the Maki rolls and fresh spring rolls for this Asian-inspired charcuterie board from scratch! Check our simple recipes for these Asian faves below.Â
- Get creative when arranging your Asian charcuterie board! You can start with the items you want to become the focal point, then fill the gaps with bowls of dips, colorful veggies, Asian snacks, or even fresh fruits.
- Want to add sushi rolls to your Asian snack board? Serve a few at a time since they should only sit out for 1 to 2 hours. You can just refill the board throughout the party.Â
How to Store This Asian-Style Charcuterie Board
- Fridge: You can make this Asian charcuterie board a day ahead. Separate the components in individual containers and arrange the board an hour before serving. However, storing leftovers for too long might not be a good idea since the snack board was likely sitting out at your event.
- Freezer:Â For the best quality and texture, it’s best not to freeze the leftover snacks from this Asian charcuterie board.
How to Make Maki Rolls
Did you know it’s pretty easy to make Maki rolls? You can even modify this quick all-veggie recipe with your favorite fillings!
The main gist is to spread sushi rice over a nori sheet, add the cucumber, carrot, and avocado slices, then roll away.
To serve, slice the roll into individual rolls with a wet knife. But don’t be too hard; gentle pressure is enough for the perfect rolls!
And if you want to make these rolls even easier, use your Instant Pot for the sushi rice!Â
How to Make Fresh Spring Rolls
You can opt for fried spring rolls, but fresh spring rolls are simply satisfying and crave-worthy.
To make them, cook the rice noodles according to the package instructions and rinse with cold water. Then, boil the shrimp until opaque and drain before removing the shell and cutting them lengthwise.Â
Here comes the fun part: Submerge a rice paper sheet in water, shake off the excess, and lay it over a damp cloth.Â
Arrange the lettuce, noodles, carrots, cabbage, bean sprouts, and roll the paper halfway.
Add the shrimp halves and cilantro along the crease, then continue rolling to finish the spring roll. Continue the process with the rest of the ingredients.
I highly recommend asking your family and friends to help you. Making spring rolls is definitely a bonding activity! ?
What Do You Put on an Asian Charcuterie Board?
Asian cuisine has so many snacks and finger foods to choose from.
You can select from different rolls, dumplings, wraps, and wonton cups!
If you love meat, you can also feature Asian dishes like Chinese and Korean BBQ (prepared into the perfect bite-sized pieces for the board, of course!)
And finally, it would be a crime to forget the dips and sauces.
Some Asian faves you can include are peanut sauce, hoisin sauce, red pepper paste, and sweet chili sauce.
And if you’re looking for a main dish to serve after this Asian snack board, you might love an Asian-inspired “casserole.”
Check out our sushi bake recipe! It’s like a deconstructed sushi roll that tastes rich and savory with just the right amount of heat. ?
Then, for the drink, delight guests with dalgona matcha latte. (Yup, it’s a fusion of the trending dalgona beverage and matcha latte!)
FAQ About Charcuterie Boards
Do you use toothpicks with a charcuterie board?
While the Asian snacks in this charcuterie board are perfect for grabbing, it’ll also be more hygienic to provide toothpicks for your guests.Â
How thick should a charcuterie board be?
Planning to make your own charcuterie board? Choose a hardwood board at least 3/4 inches thick, and don’t forget to select the right size of charcuterie board based on your expected number of servings.Â
What is the best cheese for an Asian charcuterie board?
There will always be a place for cheese on any charcuterie board, including an Asian-themed snack board! You can opt for pepper jack or Swiss cheese to complement the spices of Asian cuisine.Â
Asian Charcuterie Board
This Asian charcuterie board is filled with Asian-inspired snacks. Mix and match your favorite rolls, delicious Asian dips, fresh fruits, and crunchy veggies.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Gather the ingredients for your Asian charcuterie board.
- Place the edamame in the center. Add the Maki rolls, celery sticks, carrot sticks, and dips.
- Slice the fruits and add them to the board.
- Fill the board with the rest of the ingredients. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
- You can check our easy recipes for the Maki rolls and fresh spring rolls.
- The arrangement for this Asian charcuterie board is up to you! I suggest you start with the items you want to become the board's focal point.
- Planning to add sushi rolls to your Asian snack charcuterie board? Keep in mind that they should only be left sitting out for 1 to 2 hours.Â
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 5 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 220Total Fat: 16gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 198mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 3gSugar: 4gProtein: 8g
* Please note that all nutrition information are just estimates. Values will vary among brands, so we encourage you to calculate these on your own for the most accurate results.
Conclusion
Love Asian food? This is your sign to satisfy your taste buds, and prepare a charcuterie tray filled with your favorites.
This Asian charcuterie board features fresh fruits, crispy veggies, crave-worthy rolls, and delicious dips.
Mix and match Asian-inspired flavors and come up with the perfect bite every single time!
If you’re looking for the perfect board to serve on your next party, you’ll love our unique charcuterie boards. You can start with my personal favorites: