The Asian Market Cookbook: How to Find Superior Ingredients to Elevate Your Asian Home Cooking

The Key to Amazing Chinese Meals is Selecting Top-Quality Ingredients

Delicious, home-cooked Chinese food is just a few pantry staples away, thanks to celebrated chef and CookingBomb founder Vivian Aronson. Learn to select standout sauces, condiments, spices, noodles and more from the aisles of your local Asian market, then incorporate them into 60 must-try meals!

Vivian’s detailed guide will teach you how to pick the right chili paste so you can make delicious Double Cooked Pork Belly. And once you find the right sesame oil, your Sesame Chicken will never be the same. You can even whip up a masterful Miso Salmon once you’ve discovered the perfect miso paste at your local market.

With this invaluable resource, you’ll be ready to shop like a pro and prepare an impressive variety of recipes that capture the mouthwatering flavors, textures and aromas of any Asian market.

"Vivian's enticing recipe videos made her an absolute star on people's phones. Her beautiful cookbook, packed with mouthwatering photos, will make her a household name."
―Joanne Molinaro, creator of The Korean Vegan

"Vivian’s recipes transport me back to the culinary heart of China. With her expertise as a Chinese chef, these recipes are a true blessing to those who crave authentic Sichuan cuisine.
―Max Greb, creator of Max the Meat Guy

"This book gives you everything you need to get started in elevating your Asian cuisine. It's a must-have in your kitchen!"
―Chef Brandon Dearden, creator of Chef Authorized

“Vivian’s bold yet approachable recipes will light up your kitchen. I’ve always been intimidated to try to make authentic Sichuan recipes, but Vivian’s approach makes it fun and easy.”
―Kelly Rizzo, creator of Eat Travel Rock

Vivian Aronson is a celebrity chef and the founder of CookingBomb, where she posts videos and guides on Chinese home cooking. 

Vivian Aronson (Yuan Qian Yi 袁倩祎) was born in Chendgu, China, the capital of Sichuan Province,  and came to the United States in 2005.  She learned to cook from her family, especially her grandmother, as well as her aunt and uncle, who own and operate several restaurant in China.  She started cooking on social media 2018, and now posts on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok as #CookingBomb.  She was selected for Season 10 of Master Chef and has been featured on the Drew Barrymore Show.  In addition to cooking, Vivian has taught painting and designed her own clothing line.  She currently lives with her husband and 4 children in Minneapolis, Minnesota.