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Ceviche is a dish of fresh raw fish or seafood cured in citrus juices, typically lime, without heat. Peruvian Ceviche Clásico is known for its intense lime flavor, the texture of sweet potato and corn, and the fiery kick of a rocoto chili. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 15 minutes (Curing) 4 Part…
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Goulash (Gulyás) is the national dish of Hungary—a thick, hearty soup or stew built upon generous amounts of paprika, slow-cooked beef, and root vegetables. It differs from many stews by relying almost solely on onions and paprika (not flour) for its rich, thick base. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 3 hours 6 Part…
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Colcannon is a traditional Irish side dish, particularly popular around Halloween, celebrating the bounty of the autumn harvest. It’s a simple, comforting mash of potatoes mixed with cooked kale or cabbage, milk/butter, and often scallions. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 30 minutes 4-6 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions Step 1: Cook the…
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Vepřo Knedlo Zelo is a classic, hearty Czech dish and a staple of Czech pubs. It consists of slow-roasted pork (vepřo), sliced bread dumplings (knedlíky), and stewed sauerkraut (zelí), all smothered in rich pork gravy. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 3 hours 30 minutes 6 Part A: Ingredients For the Roast Pork (Vepřo)…
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Nasi Lemak, translating to “fatty rice,” is the national dish of Malaysia. It is a harmonious dish consisting of rice cooked in coconut milk and pandan leaves, served with various accompaniments, most crucially a spicy, savory sambal (chili paste). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 40 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients For the Coconut…
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Shakshuka, meaning “shaken” or “mixed up,” is a simple yet profoundly satisfying dish consisting of eggs gently poached in a simmering sauce of crushed tomatoes, chili peppers, and spices. It’s often enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 30 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions…
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Smørrebrød is more of an art than a recipe, representing the Danish culinary aesthetic of presenting food beautifully. It is built upon a single slice of dense, dark sourdough rye bread (rugbrød) and topped with generous, thoughtful combinations of ingredients. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes N/A Variable (per sandwich) Part A: Ingredients (A…
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This iconic, elaborate dish from Puebla, Mexico, is famous for matching the colors of the Mexican flag: green poblano pepper, white nogada sauce, and red pomegranate seeds. It features mild poblano peppers stuffed with a complex, sweet-and-savory picadillo filling. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 1 hour 30 minutes 1 hour 4 Part A: Ingredients For…
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Chicken Tikka Masala is a global phenomenon, often cited as Britain’s true national dish. It consists of marinated, charred chicken pieces (tikka) simmered in a creamy, spiced tomato sauce (masala). The richness comes from cream, and the color often comes from paprika or food coloring. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 4 hours (Marinating) 45 minutes…
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Irish Soda Bread is a rustic, quick bread famous for using sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) as its leavening agent instead of yeast. It requires minimal kneading and is traditionally baked in a round shape with a cross scored on top. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 10 minutes 45 minutes 8-10 slices Part A: Ingredients Part…