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Au Jus Sandwich prepared recipeUnited States
360 minMedium

Au Jus Sandwich

Cuisine of California The au jus sandwich is also known as roast beef au jus, and is better known in America as the french dip sandwich. It traces its origins to downtown Los Angeles in either 1908 or 1918, when a local restaurant owner was making a sandwich for a police officer and accidentally dropped it

Awaze Tibs (Spicy Ethiopian Meat Stir-Fry) prepared recipeInternational
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Awaze Tibs (Spicy Ethiopian Meat Stir-Fry)

Awaze tibs is a flavorful and aromatic dish that showcases the vibrant spices of Ethiopian cuisine. This dish is made with tender pieces of meat, such as beef or lamb, stir-fried with a rich and spicy sauce known as awaze.

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.

Behari Kabab prepared recipeInternational
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Behari Kabab

Behari kabab is a traditional Pakistani dish made with beef, lamb, or mutton that has been marinated in a mixture of spices and then grilled or baked.

Chakalaka (South African Vegetable Stew) prepared recipeInternational
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Chakalaka (South African Vegetable Stew)

Chakalaka is a spicy South African vegetable relish made from beans, peppers, carrots, and tomatoes. It is often served as a side dish with bread, pap (maize porridge), or meat. Chakalaka is versatile and can be customized with various vegetables and spices depending on regional or personal preference.

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

Dajaj Mashwi (Libyan Grilled Chicken) prepared recipeInternational
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Dajaj Mashwi (Libyan Grilled Chicken)

Dajaj mashwi is a mouthwatering Libyan dish featuring grilled chicken that is marinated in a flavorful blend of herbs and spices. This dish is popular in Libyan cuisine and is often enjoyed during festive occasions and gatherings. The marinated chicken is grilled to perfection, resulting in juicy and tender meat with a delightful smoky flavor.

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.

Danwake prepared recipeInternational
45 minMedium

Danwake

Danwake is a popular Nigerian dish, particularly in the northern regions, made from ground beans (usually black-eyed peas), flour, and spices. It's often served with a variety of sauces or soups, and it is both nutritious and filling. Danwake is traditionally served with spicy sauces like yaji, pepper stew, or simply dressed with vegetable oil and onions. It

Dry Rub prepared recipeUnited States
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Dry Rub

Texas cuisine A dry rub useful for ribs, pork roast or whatever you like. After rubbing on the meat, let it sit in the refrigerator for about an hour.

Eggplant Parmesan (Melanzane alla Parmigiana) I prepared recipeInternational
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Eggplant Parmesan (Melanzane alla Parmigiana) I

Melanzane parmigiana was originally a Sicilian dish called Parmiciana di melenzane, parmiciana being the slats of a wooden shutter which resemble the layering of the slices of eggplant in the dish. In the form in which it is now known worldwide, it is generally an oven baked dish consisting of aubergine, Parmesan cheese, mozzarella and tomato sauce.

Egyptian Grilled Pigeon (Fattah Meshaltet) prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Grilled Pigeon (Fattah Meshaltet)

Egyptian grilled pigeon, also known as fattah meshaltet, is a traditional food highly regarded in Egyptian cuisine. This dish features succulent grilled pigeons marinated in a flavorful blend of spices, giving it a rich and aromatic taste. Fattah meshaltet is often served on special occasions and gatherings, symbolizing hospitality and celebration.

Egyptian Lentil Soup prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Lentil Soup

Egyptian lentil soup is a hearty and nutritious soup loved for its simplicity and delicious flavors. Made with red lentils, aromatic spices, and a touch of tanginess from lemon juice, this soup is a popular choice for a comforting meal. It is often enjoyed during colder months or as a starter to a larger meal.

Egyptian Meatballs (Kofta) prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Meatballs (Kofta)

Egyptian meatballs, also known as kofta, are a popular and savory dish in Egyptian cuisine. These delicious meatballs are typically made from ground beef or lamb mixed with a variety of herbs and spices, resulting in a flavorful and juicy texture. Egyptian meatballs can be enjoyed on their own as a main course or used in other dishes like sandwiches or wraps

Egyptian Okra Stew prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Okra Stew

Egyptian okra stew is a popular and comforting dish in Egyptian cuisine. It features tender okra pods cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce, infused with aromatic spices. This stew is hearty, flavorful, and pairs well with rice or bread, making it a satisfying meal option.

Egyptian Roast Lamb (Kharouf Mahshi) prepared recipeInternational
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Egyptian Roast Lamb (Kharouf Mahshi)

Egyptian roast lamb, also known as kharouf mahshi, is a traditional Egyptian dish that showcases the rich flavors of tender roasted lamb. The lamb is marinated in a fragrant blend of herbs and spices, then slow-roasted to perfection. This dish is often served as a centerpiece 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

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.

Faten Wake (Hausa Bean Porridge) prepared recipeInternational
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Faten Wake (Hausa Bean Porridge)

Faten wake is a traditional Hausa bean porridge from Northern Nigeria. This hearty and nutritious dish is made with soft-cooked beans, vegetables, and spices, and it is typically served as a main meal for lunch or dinner. It can be enjoyed on its own or with sides like bread, fried plantains, or pap.

French Onion Soup prepared recipeInternational
45 minMedium

French Onion Soup

Soup French onion soup is a classic French soup prepared, in its most fundamental form, by boiling sliced onions in water. More complex varieties involve bouillon, wine, and spices. An ordinary food for family meals, it is served as a simple entrée, garnished with grated Gruyére cheese and croutons (or stale French bread) added just before serving. It can al

Fried Okra prepared recipeUnited States
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Fried Okra

Southern U.S. cuisine Fried okra means summer in the southern states of the USA. A quick mid-day meal; a side-dish at the evening meal—easy to make and always tasty.

Gambian Caldo (Seafood soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Gambian Caldo (Seafood soup)

Caldo is a traditional Gambian soup known for its rich and comforting flavors. It is typically made with a variety of ingredients such as meat, vegetables, and spices, resulting in a hearty and nourishing dish. Caldo is a popular choice during the colder months or as a comforting meal any time of the year.

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

Gingerbread prepared recipeInternational
40 minAdvanced

Gingerbread

Dessert This recipe produces a soft gingerbread cake, not gingerbread cookies. Gingerbread is a type of spice cake. Parkin, a variation traditionally eaten in England around Bonfire Night, is partially oat-based.

Hamburger prepared recipeInternational
20 minHome cook

Hamburger

Meat recipes A hamburger is a variant on a sandwich involving a patty of ground meat, usually beef (known in the United Kingdom as a beefburger), or a vegetarian patty. A slice of cheese on the patty makes it a cheeseburger, a common variation in the United States. It is popular in the United States.

Harissa bil Djaj (Libyan Chicken Harissa) prepared recipeInternational
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Harissa bil Djaj (Libyan Chicken Harissa)

Harissa bil djaj is a flavorful and aromatic Libyan chicken dish. It features tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and spicy tomato sauce, infused with a blend of aromatic spices. This dish is known for its bold flavors and is often served with bread or couscous, making it a satisfying and comforting meal.

Homemade Ketchup prepared recipeInternational
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Homemade Ketchup

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

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.

Kilishi (Nigerian Beef Jerky) prepared recipeInternational
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Kilishi (Nigerian Beef Jerky)

Kilishi is a spicy, thinly sliced beef jerky popular in northern Nigeria. It is made by marinating meat in a spiced peanut-based paste and then drying it. Traditionally sun-dried, modern versions are often oven-baked for convenience.

Kitfo (Ethiopian Minced Raw Meat) prepared recipeInternational
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Kitfo (Ethiopian Minced Raw Meat)

Kitfo is a traditional Ethiopian dish made with minced raw meat that is highly seasoned and spiced. It is a popular dish in Ethiopian cuisine, known for its bold flavors and unique preparation. Kitfo is typically made with beef, although variations using other meats such as lamb or goat can also be found. This dish is often enjoyed with injera, the tradition

Koshari (Egyptian Rice with Pasta and Lentils) prepared recipeInternational
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Koshari (Egyptian Rice with Pasta and Lentils)

Koshari is a beloved Egyptian street food that brings together a delightful combination of flavors and textures. It is a hearty and satisfying vegetarian dish made with a mixture of rice, lentils, pasta, and a flavorful tomato sauce, topped with crispy fried onions. Koshari is a true culinary gem of Egypt and is enjoyed by locals and visitors alike.

Lapis Legit (Many-Layered Spiced Cake) prepared recipeInternational
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Lapis Legit (Many-Layered Spiced Cake)

Cuisine of Indonesia Lapis legit (Dutch: spekkoek) is a spice-flavored multilayered cake. A legacy of Dutch occupation in Indonesia, the cake is enjoyed during Eid ul-Fitr and Christmas celebrations. In the Netherlands, the sliced cake is served as dessert in Rijsttafel (Indonesian rice table). The cake has a firm texture similar to baumkuchen, but without a

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.

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 Taushe (Hausa Pumpkin Soup) prepared recipeInternational
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Miyan Taushe (Hausa Pumpkin Soup)

Miyan taushe is a traditional, popular soup in Hausa homes, especially during festive seasons or when pumpkins are in season. It reflects the Hausa people's creative use of local ingredients to prepare nourishing, flavorful meals. It is rich, slightly sweet, and often flavored with groundnut paste and spices. It is commonly served with tuwo shinkafa (Nigeria

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.

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

Pease Pudding prepared recipeUnited Kingdom
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Pease Pudding

British Cuisine Pease pudding, sometimes known as pease pottage or pease porridge, is a simmered pea preparation, which mainly consists of split yellow or carlin peas, water, salt and spices, often cooked with a bacon or ham joint. It is similar in texture to hummus (but harder to cut), light yellow in colour, with a mild taste. Pease pudding was tradition

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.

Percolator Punch prepared recipeUnited States
15 minEasy

Percolator Punch

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

Pico de Gallo prepared recipeInternational
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Pico de Gallo

Tex-Mex cuisine Pico de Gallo has two meanings in Mexican cuisine. The most familiar to North Americans is a fresh, tomato-based salad. It is what North Americans usually mean when talking about 'ensalada' or 'tomato ensalada'. This ensalada is never cooked. The second meaning, more common in some regions of Mexico, is a spice mixture including salt and drie

Pork Spare Rib Soup (Bah Kut Teh) prepared recipeInternational
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Pork Spare Rib Soup (Bah Kut Teh)

Cuisine of Malaysia Bah kut teh (literally, "spare rib tea") is a Hokkien specialty. It is an exotic herbal soup spiced with plenty of aromatic spices including star anise, cinnamon, cloves and lots of garlic. It is often served with Chinese doughnuts and goes well with white rice. It usually comes with a small serve of cut red chillies in dark soy sauce or

Potato Salad prepared recipeCanada
30 minAdvanced

Potato Salad

Canadian Cuisine The origins of potato salad can be traced to Germany before the turn of the 17th century, where it first became popular to use vinegar and spices on potatoes as a side dish. The salad has a bite to it and is served warm as often as not.

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.

Rosół (Polish Meat Soup) prepared recipeInternational
90 minAdvanced

Rosół (Polish Meat Soup)

Soup Rosół is a traditional Polish meat broth. The most popular variety is Rosół z kury, or clear chicken (hen) soup. It is commonly served with fine noodles, often home made, like Jewish lokshen. It is important to differentiate the type of meat used for the preparation of this particular dish. Young chicken meat will result in a different flavour

Russian Tea prepared recipeInternational
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Russian Tea

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

Salsa (Fermented) prepared recipeInternational
30 minHome cook

Salsa (Fermented)

Fermented food recipes This fermented salsa recipe produces a tangy tomato sauce with strong flavour. No cooking is required.

Samosa prepared recipeInternational
60 minAdvanced

Samosa

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

Seblak prepared recipeInternational
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Seblak

Seblak is a traditional snack from Sunda. This food is commonly found in West Java Province, especially in Bandung, Garut, and Tasikmalaya. It is made mainly from crackers with kencur (aromatic ginger) and chili as the main spices. Seblak is well-known for its spicy taste and easy preparation.

Shikanjvi (Punjabi Spiced Lemonade) prepared recipeInternational
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Shikanjvi (Punjabi Spiced Lemonade)

Shikanjvi is a type of traditional limeade or lemonade from the Punjab region of South Asia. While the base ingredients include lemon or lime juice, ginger juice, ice and water, shikanjvi often contains other ingredients such as salt, saffron, mint, rosewater, or cumin.

Speculaas (Dutch Spiced Cookies) prepared recipeInternational
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Speculaas (Dutch Spiced Cookies)

Speculaas is a traditional Dutch spiced biscuit. It is eaten all year round but is mostly associated with pakjesavond, the celebration of Saint Nicholas on the 5th of December. The speculaas can have the shape of this saint, although windmills are a popular design as well. Speculaas gets it design from a template, called a 'speculaasplank'. This is a wooden

Stovies prepared recipeUnited Kingdom
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Stovies

Stovies is a traditional Scottish dish originating mainly from the North Eastern counties of Angus and Aberdeenshire where even today the dish is still most commonly found and served. Recipes and ingredients vary widely between regions and even families, but the dish usually consists of potatoes and onions and some form of cold meat (especially sau

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.

Ukrainian Borscht prepared recipeInternational
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Ukrainian Borscht

Ukrainian Cuisine Ukrainian borshch is a vegetable soup with beetroots as its characteristic ingredient. It is an everyday and ritual dish, known since at least the early Kyiv Rus times. Borshch is very nourishing, especially if you cook it with meat, so it is normally eaten for dinner. Ukrainians are known for eating this hearty vegetable soup with pork as

Veggie Salad prepared recipeCanada
30 minAdvanced

Veggie Salad

Canadian Cuisine This veggie salad is a light vegetable salad with a dash of spice to it.

Wassel prepared recipeInternational
60 minEasy

Wassel

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

Welsh Fruit Bread (Bara Brith) I prepared recipeUnited Kingdom
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Welsh Fruit Bread (Bara Brith) I

Welsh cuisine Bara brith, sometimes known as "speckled bread" (the literal meaning of the original Welsh-language name), is a fruit bread which originated in Wales. It is traditionally made with raisins, Zante currants and candied peel. In Wales the fruit is traditionally soaked overnight in cold tea. In Argentina, bara brith, which was brought to the coun

Zhug I prepared recipeInternational
15 minEasy

Zhug I

Zhug is a hot condiment used for adding flavor and spice to foods. Its preparation varies, depending upon local use.