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Bigos is Poland’s famous national stew, a hearty, slow-cooked dish based on sauerkraut and fresh cabbage, traditionally enriched with various meats, smoked sausage (Kielbasa), dried mushrooms, and sometimes prunes. Its flavor improves significantly when reheated the next day. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 3 hours 8 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step…
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Amok Trey is considered the national dish of Cambodia. It is a rich, fragrant fish curry that is steamed inside banana leaves, giving it a unique, delicate texture and herbaceous aroma. The paste relies heavily on Kroeung (a foundational Khmer spice paste) and coconut milk. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 30 minutes 4…
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Pastéis de Nata (or Pastéis de Belém) are iconic Portuguese custard tarts. They are characterized by a flaky, buttery puff pastry shell and a creamy, scorched custard filling, created by baking the tarts briefly at a very high temperature. Prep Time Cook Time Makes 30 minutes 20 minutes 12 tarts Part A: Ingredients Part B:…
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Seco de Pollo is a comforting and savory Ecuadorian chicken stew known for its use of chicha (a corn beer, or a substitute of orange juice and beer) and achiote (annatto), which gives the dish its rich, earthy color and flavor. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 1 hour 4 Part A: Ingredients Part…
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Pierogi are Eastern European dumplings, boiled and then often pan-fried, traditionally filled with mashed potato and twaróg (a dry curd cheese), sauerkraut, or ground meat. This recipe focuses on the classic potato and cheese variety (Ruskie Pierogi). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 1 hour 15 minutes 20 minutes About 30 Pierogi Part A: Ingredients Dough…
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Crème Brûlée is a classic French dessert consisting of a rich vanilla custard base, topped with a layer of caramelized sugar that is cracked with a spoon just before eating. It is baked gently in a water bath (bain-marie). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes + Chilling 45 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients Part…
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Char Siu is a famous Cantonese preparation of barbecued pork, characterized by its deep red color, savory-sweet flavor, and glossy glaze. It is traditionally roasted over a fire or in a high-heat oven. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes + 12 hours (Marinating) 45 minutes 6 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1:…
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Shakshuka (meaning “shaken” or “all mixed up”) is a classic dish from the Middle East and North Africa, featuring eggs poached gently in a simmering sauce of tomatoes, chili peppers, and onions, heavily seasoned with cumin and paprika. It is often served for breakfast or brunch. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 25 minutes…
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Palak Paneer is a mild, creamy, and healthy North Indian curry featuring tender cubes of paneer (Indian cheese) simmered in a vibrant green purée of spinach (palak) and light spices. Unlike many rich curries, this dish highlights the fresh taste of the greens. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 30 minutes 4 Part A:…
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Sauerbraten is a German pot roast, traditionally made from beef (often top round) that is marinated for several days in a sour mixture of wine, vinegar, and spices. This long pickling process tenderizes the meat, which is then slow-cooked and served with a rich, slightly sweet-and-sour gravy. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 4 Days (Marinating)…