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A Nice Cup of Tea prepared recipeUnited Kingdom
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A Nice Cup of Tea

Cuisine of the United Kingdom A nice cup of tea is the usual answer in Britain and Ireland to any everyday problem. Nothing is so bad that a nice cup of tea with a friend or family member can't make it better.

Adobo Chicken (Philippine) prepared recipeInternational
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Adobo Chicken (Philippine)

Cuisine of the Philippines Adobo chicken is the most indigenous in the Philippines. It has evolved over the centuries to prepare foods that won't spoil easily in a tropical climate. The vinegar gives it a tangy taste and acts as a preservative. Each region has its own version, but pork and/or chicken are most commonly used. The steps below are the traditiona

Agidi (Nigerian Cornstarch Swallow) prepared recipeInternational
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Agidi (Nigerian Cornstarch Swallow)

Agidi, also known as eko among the Yoruba people of Nigeria, is a smooth, firm pudding made from fermented maize starch. Unlike liquid pap, agidi is cooked until thick, moulded into a solid form, and allowed to cool before serving. It is commonly wrapped in leaves or packaged in containers and eaten with bean dishes, stews, moin moin, akara, or soup.

Algerian Mint Tea prepared recipeInternational
30 minAdvanced

Algerian Mint Tea

Cuisine of Algeria Algerian Mint Tea (Atay Djazairi) is an Algerian drink. Mint tea is a popular drink all over North Africa and its preparation varies from one country to another. Algerian Mint Tea is prepared by boiling dried green tea and fresh mint leaves in water and sugar. It is poured in small glass cups from very high to allow the hot water to oxygen

Atama Soup prepared recipeInternational
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Atama Soup

Atama soup is a very rich palm fruit soup, made of vegetables and mudu palm fruits and mostly consumed by the people from Southern Nigeria. It is the Akwa Ibom version of Banga soup.

Banga Soup prepared recipeInternational
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Banga Soup

Banga soup is a traditional Nigerian soup made from palm nut extract, typically enjoyed by the Urhobo and Itsekiri people of the Niger Delta. It is rich, flavorful, and often served with starch or other swallow foods.

Beer-can Chicken prepared recipeUnited States
120 minMedium

Beer-can Chicken

Beer-can Chicken is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

Binagoongan (Sautéed Pork with Shrimp Paste) prepared recipeInternational
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Binagoongan (Sautéed Pork with Shrimp Paste)

Cuisine of the Philippines Binagoongan is a Filipino cooking process consisting of vegetables (most notably water spinach) or meat (usually pork, but can also be chicken or beef) sautéed or braised in bagoong alamang (shrimp paste), garlic, black peppercorns, and bay leaves. Some recipes also add pineapples, chilis, or coconut cream to balance the flavors. T

Black Bean Soup prepared recipeInternational
120 minMedium

Black Bean Soup

Soups This recipe for black bean soup is a blend of beans and vegetables inspired by Tex-Mex cuisine.

Butter Tea prepared recipeInternational
20 minMedium

Butter Tea

Beverages Butter tea, known as Po Cha, is a traditional drink of the Tibetans and is also consumed in Bhutan. Butter tea is an indispensable part of Tibetan life. Before work, a Tibetan will down several bowlfuls of this tangy beverage, and it is always served to guests. Since butter is the main ingredient, butter tea is a very warming drink and a good antid

Cabbage Rolls in Yogurt Sauce (Sarmi) prepared recipeInternational
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Cabbage Rolls in Yogurt Sauce (Sarmi)

Sarmi is a Bulgarian dish of stuffed cabbage leaves, which shows significant Greek influences. For a gathering you may wish to consider presenting these somewhat 'white' rolls side-by-side with a dish of cabbage rolls in tomato sauce (see Cabbage Rolls in Tomato Sauce (Holubtsi)).

Chicken Tikka prepared recipeInternational
30 minMedium

Chicken Tikka

Cuisine of India Chicken tikka is a chicken dish originating in the Punjab region of the Indian Subcontinent made by baking chicken which has been marinated in spices and yoghurt. It should not be confused with Chicken Tikka Masala (of which it is an ingredient). It is traditionally cooked on skewers in a tandoor and is usually boneless. It is tasty when ser

Chicken Tikka Masala prepared recipeUnited Kingdom
60 minAdvanced

Chicken Tikka Masala

Cuisine of the United Kingdom Chicken tikka masala is a dish based on chunks of Indian-style roasted chicken (Chicken Tikka) cooked in a tomato curry sauce, originating in India. There is no standard recipe for chicken tikka masala; a survey found that, of 48 different recipes, the only common ingredient was chicken. The sauce usua

Cholley (Chickpea Curry) prepared recipeInternational
810 minAdvanced

Cholley (Chickpea Curry)

Vegan Cholley, also chole, choley, cholay, white cholay, chana, channa, or chana masala, is a popular and versatile Indian and Pakistani chickpea dish. It is commonly cooked in Northern India (especially Punjab) and Pakistan for breakfast, but it is also regularly served at dinner parties, picnics, wedding receptions and other special events. Cholley feature

Cypriot Salad prepared recipeInternational
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Cypriot Salad

Cuisine of Cyprus Traditional salad (Χωριάτικη σαλάτα) is a salad that can be served together with most foods in Cyprus.

Dal Makhani (Black Gram with Cream) prepared recipeInternational
20 minAdvanced

Dal Makhani (Black Gram with Cream)

Cuisine of India Dal makhani is a delicacy from Punjab, India. Traditionally this dal was cooked slowly, for hours, on charcoal. This gave it a creamy texture. It had ‘malai’ (cream) or fresh butter added to it. When cooked at home these days, more moderate amounts of cream or butter are used. When prepared in restaurants, it is cooked slowly on low heat and

Dambun Masara prepared recipeInternational
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Dambun Masara

Cuisine of Nigeria Dambun masara is a traditional Hausa dish made from cornmeal that is steamed and mixed with vegetables and spices. This savory dish has a fluffy, crumbly texture and is a popular choice for a snack or light meal in northern Nigeria. It’s often enjoyed with a side of spicy sauce or fresh tomatoes.

East Frisian Tea prepared recipeInternational
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East Frisian Tea

Cuisine of Germany Afternoon tea is an important part of East Frisian culture. Whether at home or when visiting friends, East Frisians try not to miss their teetied (Low German for "tea time"). The tea is not stirred. Rather, enjoy the different flavors at the different layers: the relatively "pure" black tea at the top, the tea mixed with cream in the middl

Efo Riro prepared recipeInternational
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Efo Riro

Efo Riro is a popular Yoruba vegetable soup made with leafy vegetables, palm oil, peppers, and assorted meats or fish. It is commonly eaten with swallows such as amala, pounded yam, or eba.

Egyptian Cabbage Rolls (Mahshi Malfoof) prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Cabbage Rolls (Mahshi Malfoof)

Egyptian cabbage rolls, also known as mahshi malfoof, are a traditional Egyptian dish that features tender cabbage leaves stuffed with a savory filling. The rolls are then cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce, resulting in a delicious and comforting meal. Mahshi Malfoof is often enjoyed during festive occasions and family gatherings.

Egyptian Stuffed Grape Leaves (Warak Enab Mahshi) prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Stuffed Grape Leaves (Warak Enab Mahshi)

Egyptian stuffed grape leaves, also known as warak enab mahshi, is a traditional dish in Egyptian cuisine that showcases delicate vine leaves stuffed with a flavorful rice and herb filling. These stuffed grape leaves are often enjoyed as appetizers or as part of a larger meal. With their savory taste and aromatic spices, they are sure to delight your taste b

Ekpang Nkukwo prepared recipeInternational
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Ekpang Nkukwo

Ekpang Nkukwo is a traditional dish of the Efik and Ibibio people of southern Nigeria. It is made from grated cocoyam wrapped in cocoyam leaves and cooked with palm oil, fish, meat, periwinkle, and seasonings. It is commonly served during special occasions and family gatherings.

Ekuru (White Bean Pudding) prepared recipeInternational
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Ekuru (White Bean Pudding)

Ekuru, also known as ofuloju, white moin moin, or white bean pudding, is a meal native to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is made primarily from white beans, which are puréed and wrapped in leaves before cooking. It is high in protein and fibre.

Ekwang (Cameroonian Taro Leaf Stew) prepared recipeInternational
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Ekwang (Cameroonian Taro Leaf Stew)

Ekwang is a traditional Cameroonian dish that combines cocoyam leaves, beef, crayfish, and aromatic spices. This flavorful and hearty dish is a staple in Cameroonian cuisine and is often enjoyed as a main course.

Ewedu Soup (Yoruba Style) prepared recipeInternational
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Ewedu Soup (Yoruba Style)

Ewedu soup is a traditional Yoruba soup made from the leaves of the jute plant, which gives it a slippery, mucilaginous texture. It is a beloved dish in Nigeria, often served with fufu, pounded yam, or amala. The soup is rich in vitamins and commonly paired with meats like beef, goat, or fish for added flavor. Its smooth, velvety texture makes it a comfortin

Fabes con Almejas (Spanish Beans with Clams) prepared recipeInternational
90 minEasy

Fabes con Almejas (Spanish Beans with Clams)

Clam recipes Fabes con almejas, sometimes called habas con almejas, (Spanish for beans with clams) is a clam and bean stew that originated in the principality of Asturias in Spain in the 1800s as peasant fare. It's a lighter variation of Asturian fabada whose primary ingredients are sausage, beans and pork. The traditional recipe for fabes con almejas calls

Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta prepared recipeInternational
15 minMedium

Fresh Mozzarella Bruschetta

Appetizers Bruschette are small, open-faced sandwiches of tomato and mozzarella cheese. They are delicious, quick and easy to make, and perfect appetizers.

Gambian Baobab Juice (Bouye) prepared recipeInternational
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Gambian Baobab Juice (Bouye)

Bouye juice is a delightful and creamy Gambian beverage made from the baobab fruit, which is native to the African continent. This refreshing drink is known for its rich and unique flavor, combining the natural sweetness of the baobab fruit with the creamy texture of evaporated milk. Bouye juice is a popular choice to quench thirst and cool down in the hot G

Ghormeh Sabzi (Iranian Herb Stew) prepared recipeInternational
300 minMedium

Ghormeh Sabzi (Iranian Herb Stew)

Cuisine of Iran Ghormeh sabzi is one of the most popular dishes in the Persian part of Iran. It is relatively easy to prepare and yields food for multiple days. That is why typically a large amount of stew is prepared. The herbs and the dried limes create a unique flavour. As the meat is boiled at low temperatures over an extended period of time, it becomes

Green Mango and Cumin Drink (Aam Panna) prepared recipeInternational
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Green Mango and Cumin Drink (Aam Panna)

Cuisine of India Aam panna or aam jhora is a green mango drink widely consumed in northern India during summer months. Apart from being delicious and refreshing, aam panna is believed to have several health benefits. The recipe calls for green (unripe) mangoes, sugar, rock salt, roasted cumin seeds and mint leaves. The quantities can (and should) be varied t

Groundnut Soup prepared recipeInternational
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Groundnut Soup

Groundnut soup, also known as "ofe epa" in the Nigerian culinary tradition, is a delicious soup made with groundnuts (peanuts) and typically enjoyed with fufu or pounded yam. It is rich, flavorful, and slightly spicy.

Hawthorn Tea prepared recipeInternational
10 minEasy

Hawthorn Tea

Beverages Hawthorn Tea is a sweetened beverage made from hawthorn, herbs, and lemon juice. It is thought by some to improve the immune system, and to alleviate symptoms of flu and sore throat.

Kari Ayam (Indonesian Chicken Curry) prepared recipeInternational
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Kari Ayam (Indonesian Chicken Curry)

Indonesian Cuisine Kari ayam (chicken curry) is one of the signature dishes of Indonesian cuisine. In spite of the name "curry," this dish does not use Indian curry spice, and is actually a spicy but sweet dish.

Khara Pongal (Rice and Mung Bean Porridge) prepared recipeInternational
40 minAdvanced

Khara Pongal (Rice and Mung Bean Porridge)

Rice Recipes Khara pongal is a savoury porridge-like dish that is traditionally prepared in South India for the Makar Sankranti festival that heralds the arrival of summer. The sweet pongal variety differs only in the spices added, and the two are often cooked together from the same batch of rice and dhal.

Lobster Bisque prepared recipeInternational
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Lobster Bisque

Lobster Bisque is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

Mahshi (Egyptian Stuffed Vegetables) prepared recipeInternational
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Mahshi (Egyptian Stuffed Vegetables)

Mahshi is a delicious Egyptian dish that involves stuffing various vegetables with a flavorful mixture of rice, herbs, and spices. It is a versatile and satisfying dish that can be customized to individual tastes. Mahshi is typically served as a main course and is enjoyed by families and friends during festive occasions or gatherings.

Malvani Chicken Curry prepared recipeInternational
30 minMedium

Malvani Chicken Curry

Meat recipes Kombdi vade is a Malvani dish, which is quite popular in Maharashtra. The dish consists of the traditional Malvani chicken curry (including chicken pieces with bones), vade (also known as puri, which is a fluffy, fried bread of wheat and nachni flour), onion, lemon and solkadhi (a drink made from coconut milk).

Marinara Sauce prepared recipeInternational
45 minMedium

Marinara Sauce

Sauces Marinara (mariner's) sauce is a southern Italian tomato sauce usually made with tomatoes, garlic, herbs (such as basil), and onion. However, there are many variations. Some of these include the addition of capers, olives and spices. There are at least two folk theories as to the origin of this sauce: One says cooks aboard Neapolitan ships invented mar

Miyan Kuka (Baobab Leaf Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Miyan Kuka (Baobab Leaf Soup)

Miyan kuka ("baobab leaf soup") is a Northern Nigerian soup prepared with dried ground baobab leaves (kuka). This soup is paired with tuwo shinkafa or tuwo masara.

Miyan Lalo (Hausa Jute Leaf Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Miyan Lalo (Hausa Jute Leaf Soup)

Miyan Lalo is a traditional jute leaf soup commonly eaten by the Hausa people of Northern Nigeria. It is similar in preparation and texture to the Yoruba dish known as ewedu soup.

Molokhia (Egyptian Jute Mallow Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Molokhia (Egyptian Jute Mallow Soup)

Molokhia is a popular Egyptian soup made from the leaves of the jute mallow plant. It is a comforting and flavorful dish that is often enjoyed with rice or bread. Molokhia has a unique texture and a distinct earthy taste, making it a beloved staple in Egyptian cuisine.

Mukimo prepared recipeInternational
60 minAdvanced

Mukimo

Mukimo is a traditional Kenyan dish made by mashing boiled potatoes with green vegetables and legumes such as peas, maize, or beans. It is especially associated with the Kikuyu people of central Kenya and is commonly served as an accompaniment to stews and grilled meat.

Niçoise Salad prepared recipeInternational
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Niçoise Salad

Niçoise salad (pronounced ni-swaz) sometimes referred to as salade niçoise, is a type of French salad. As suggested by the name, it is a specialty of the region of Nice in France and is composed of raw vegetables, hard boiled eggs, anchovies and tuna, and olive oil. Contrary to what is sometimes seen in restaurants, the classic niçoise salad does not contain

Nigerian Jollof Rice prepared recipeInternational
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Nigerian Jollof Rice

Nigerian jollof rice is a dish of rice cooked with peppers, onions, and tomatoes, which gives the rice a red-orange color. With several layers of spices, vegetables, and flavors, Nigerian jollof rice is delicious, especially when served hot and garnished with fried beef or chicken.

Nkwobi (Nigerian Spicy Cow Foot) prepared recipeInternational
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Nkwobi (Nigerian Spicy Cow Foot)

Nkwobi is a Nigerian delicacy usually ordered and enjoyed in exclusive restaurants, events and homes too. It is simply cooked cow foot mixed with spicy palm oil paste.

Ofe Oha (Oha Leaf Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Ofe Oha (Oha Leaf Soup)

Ofe Oha is a traditional Igbo soup made with fresh oha leaves, cocoyam as a thickener, and assorted meats or fish. It is commonly served with fufu, pounded yam, or other swallows. The soup is known for its rich taste and slightly bitter, aromatic flavor from the oha leaves.

Ofe Onugbu (Bitter Leaf Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Ofe Onugbu (Bitter Leaf Soup)

Ofe onugbu, or bitterleaf soup, is a traditional Nigerian soup commonly eaten by the Igbo people of Eastern Nigeria. It is prepared with thoroughly washed bitter leaves, meat, palm oil, local spices, and a thickener such as cocoyam, achi, or ofor. The soup is known for its rich flavor and slightly bitter taste. Serve with a swallow, such as pounded yam, eba

Ofe Owerri prepared recipeInternational
15 minMedium

Ofe Owerri

Soups Ofe owerri is a popular Igbo soup indigenous to the people of Owerri, Nigeria. It is made from either ugu or okazi vegetables. Many different recipes and variations are possible.

Ossobuco Alla Milanese prepared recipeInternational
165 minAdvanced

Ossobuco Alla Milanese

Meat Ossobuco, when loosely translated from Italian, means hollowed bone; a reference to the large piece of marrow in the center of the veal shank bone. It's a Milanese speciality of veal shanks cooked in meat broth and flavored with white wine. Slowly braised, this relatively tough, yet flavorful cut of meat becomes meltingly tender, and the connective tiss

Otong Soup prepared recipeInternational
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Otong Soup

Otong soup is a popular soup amongst the Efik tribe of the Southern part of Nigeria. It is made from ugu leaves, uziza leaves, and okra. It is similar to the Yoruba ila alasepo and the Igbo okwuru.

Pepper Soup prepared recipeInternational
15 minEasy

Pepper Soup

Category:Recipes for soup | Soups Pepper soup is a popular Nigerian soup. It is usually very spicy and is served as an appetizer in both official and informal gatherings.

Potato and Leek Soup prepared recipeInternational
120 minMedium

Potato and Leek Soup

Vegetable Soup Potato leek soup is a light soup that can be prepared from freezer to table in under 2 hours. It's easy to prepare ahead of time and refrigerate or freeze for later use.

Potato Curry (Aloo Masala) prepared recipeInternational
20 minAdvanced

Potato Curry (Aloo Masala)

Vegan Potato masala (Tamil: uralai kizhangu masala) is a potato dish often served alongside roti or folded inside a dosa. The dosa and aloo masala combination, widely eaten in South India, is known as masala dosa. Coconut chutney is a common accompaniment.

Raita prepared recipeInternational
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Raita

Indian cuisine Raita is an Indian garnish often served with spiced dishes. It acts as a cooling flavour as the fat in the yogurt dissolves and mollifies chili in the curry, while the taste of cucumber and fresh mint or other herbs refreshes the palate. The essential ingredient is yogurt.

Samosa prepared recipeInternational
60 minAdvanced

Samosa

Samosa is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

Seafood Gumbo prepared recipeUnited States
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Seafood Gumbo

Seafood Gumbo is a United States recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

Sinigang (Philippine Sour Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Sinigang (Philippine Sour Soup)

Cuisine of the Philippines Sinigang, the famous sour soup of the Philippines, is a fruity sour-based soup boiled with either pork, beef, chicken, fish or seafood. A variety of vegetables can be included, but onions and tomatoes are required. Root vegetables are too starchy and not recommended, with the exception of taro root, which adds a milky and starchy t

Spinach Fritters prepared recipeInternational
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Spinach Fritters

Spinach Fritters is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

Stuffed Grape Leaves prepared recipeInternational
60 minMedium

Stuffed Grape Leaves

Grape leaves (stuffed), (Arabic: ورق دوالي); (Hebrew: עלי גפן ממולאים), are an appetizer popular in Middle Eastern countries, including Turkey and Persia, where it is usually eaten with stuffed rice that has been seasoned with a multitude of spices.

Summer Pudding prepared recipeUnited Kingdom
120 minMedium

Summer Pudding

Dessert Summer pudding is a quintessentially British dessert made from wonderful fresh ingredients only available in the summer months. It is redolent of a private dinner at a smart country house, maybe somewhere in the Surrey hills near Shere, with the taste of an exquisite first course still lingering, a bottle of chilled champagne still half full, and t

Summer Rolls prepared recipeInternational
15 minEasy

Summer Rolls

Cuisine of Vietnam Summer Rolls, or gỏi cuốn in Vietnamese, are wraps of various ingredients in rice wafers, and are often confused with nem or spring rolls (which, in turn, are often confused with egg rolls).

Sweet Southern Chicken Salad prepared recipeInternational
75 minEasy

Sweet Southern Chicken Salad

Salad Recipes Chicken salad is very similar in many respects to tuna salad, although there are many variations on the dish which can set it apart. Chicken salad tends to work well with sweet fruit and vegetable flavors, and is ideal for lunch-time sandwiches.

Sylheti Biryani prepared recipeInternational
60 minAdvanced

Sylheti Biryani

Sylheti Biryani is a International recipe with clear ingredients and practical, step-by-step directions.

Sylheti Fried Rice prepared recipeInternational
30 minMedium

Sylheti Fried Rice

Sylheti recipes Sylheti fried rice, known as biran bat in the Sylhet region, is a delightful and aromatic vegetarian rice dish. This recipe showcases the flavors of Sylhet with a focus on onions and salt. Traditionally, this dish is made using leftover rice from dinner, cooked in the morning. This basic fried rice recipe is not only cherished for its taste b

Szegedin Goulash prepared recipeInternational
100 minAdvanced

Szegedin Goulash

Austrian Cuisine Szegedin goulash is a variety of goulash that adds sauerkraut and sour cream to the traditional ingredients. Most people believe that the name "Szegedin Goulash" derives from Szeged, a town in Hungary. But in fact, the Hungarian name "Székély goulash" comes from Jozsef Székély, a Hungarian journalist and poet who lived from 1825 to 1895. The

Waldorf Salad prepared recipeUnited States
45 minAdvanced

Waldorf Salad

Side dishes Waldorf salad was created by Oscar Tschirky in 1896 at the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel, New York, New York, in the United States of America.

Yogurt Curry Soup (Kadhi) prepared recipeInternational
15 minMedium

Yogurt Curry Soup (Kadhi)

Curry Kadhi also known as Karhi or Gujarati Kadhi is a sweet yogurt curry, normally eaten with unleavened flat bread called roti and sabzi in India.

Zacusca (Romanian Vegetable Spread) prepared recipeInternational
180 minAdvanced

Zacusca (Romanian Vegetable Spread)

Vegan Cuisine Zacuscă is a vegetable spread popular in Romania. It is usually eaten with bread. Similar spreads are found in other countries in the Balkan region and bordering regions. Although traditionally prepared at home as a way to store vegetables for the winter, it is also commercially available.