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Lahmacun is a thin, crisp, round flatbread topped with a highly flavorful mixture of seasoned minced meat (lamb or beef), tomatoes, peppers, and herbs. It is baked briefly at high heat and is often rolled up with fresh vegetables and lemon juice before eating. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 30 minutes 10 minutes 6-8 flatbreads…
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Misir Wot is one of the most famous dishes in Ethiopian cuisine, a rich, spicy, and deeply flavored red lentil stew. Its characteristic flavor and color come from the generous use of Berbere, a complex Ethiopian spice blend, and long, slow cooking in clarified butter (Niter Kibbeh). Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 1…
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Wiener Schnitzel is the national dish of Austria, a very thin, pan-fried veal cutlet, often described as golden, crisp, and delicate. The key to authenticity is ensuring the breading is light, puffy, and detaches slightly from the meat, known as Soufflé. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 10 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients Part…
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Uttapam is a thick, savory pancake from South India, made from the same fermented batter as Dosa and Idli (rice and urad dal). Unlike a Dosa, it is thick and topped with savory ingredients (onions, chilies, tomatoes) right before cooking, similar to a pizza. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 12 hours (Soaking/Fermentation) 20 minutes 4-6…
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Karnıyarık translates to “split belly,” referencing the preparation method of this classic Turkish eggplant dish. Whole eggplant halves are baked, scooped out, and then stuffed with a rich, savory filling of minced meat (lamb or beef), tomatoes, and herbs. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 25 minutes 1 hour 4 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions…
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Chiles en Nogada is a highly symbolic and labor-intensive dish from Puebla, Mexico, often served around Mexican Independence Day. It features roasted poblano peppers stuffed with picadillo (a savory fruit and meat hash) and smothered in a rich, creamy, cold walnut sauce (nogada), topped with pomegranate seeds. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 1 hour 1…
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The foundation of true Neapolitan Pizza is its dough, characterized by a soft, light, airy crust (cornicione) and minimal toppings. This recipe focuses purely on the traditional dough, which requires specific flour and a long, slow fermentation. Prep Time Cook Time Makes 2 Days (Fermentation) 90 seconds per pizza 4 pizzas Part A: Ingredients Part…
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Mapo Tofu is a famous, fiery Sichuan dish featuring soft tofu set in a bright red, oily sauce based on doubanjiang (fermented broad bean and chili paste) and seasoned intensely with Sichuan peppercorns (huājiāo) for a numbing (málà) sensation. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 15 minutes 15 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients Part B: Instructions…
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Aji de Gallina is a rich, creamy Peruvian chicken stew made with a vibrant yellow sauce based on Aji Amarillo (Peruvian yellow chili), ground walnuts, parmesan cheese, and bread (used as a thickener). It is traditionally served over rice and boiled potatoes. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 40 minutes 4 Part A: Ingredients…
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This is a classic Moroccan Tagine, a savory stew traditionally cooked in the conical clay pot of the same name. It is known for the balanced flavors of preserved lemon, briney green olives, saffron, and a base of ginger and turmeric. Prep Time Cook Time Serves 20 minutes 1 hour 15 minutes 4 Part A:…