aromatic Recipes
46 delicious aromatic recipes from around the world
Morgh Zaferani
Persian saffron chicken - chicken baked with saffron and yogurt. Golden and aromatic.
Ayam Betutu (Balinese Slow-Roasted Chicken)
Ayam Betutu is a classic Balinese ceremonial dish featuring a whole chicken slow-cooked to incredibly tender perfection, infused with a rich and complex blend of aromatic spices. Traditionally roasted or steamed for hours, this dish is a labor of love that rewards with its deeply flavorful and fall-off-the-bone results.
Bรฒ Cuแปn Lรก Lแปt (Grilled Beef Wrapped in Wild Betel Leaves)
Tender ground beef, infused with aromatic spices and lemongrass, is tightly wrapped in fragrant wild betel leaves (lรก lแปt) and then grilled to perfection. This dish offers a delightful balance of savory, peppery, and herbaceous notes, making it a popular appetizer or main course.
Bรฒ Kho (Vietnamese Beef Stew)
A fragrant and deeply flavorful Vietnamese beef stew, influenced by French braising techniques. Tender chunks of beef are simmered in a rich, aromatic broth infused with lemongrass, star anise, and annatto oil, giving it a signature reddish hue. Perfect served with crusty baguette for dipping or over rice noodles.
Bรฒ Lรก Lแปt (Grilled Beef Wrapped in Betel Leaves)
A classic Vietnamese street food featuring fragrant, spiced ground beef tightly wrapped in tender wild betel leaves and grilled to smoky perfection. The combination of aromatic leaves, savory beef, and the char from grilling is truly irresistible.
Gaeng Khiao Wan (Thai Green Curry)
Aromatic and creamy Thai green curry featuring tender chicken simmered in coconut milk with a vibrant green curry paste and tender Thai eggplant. This classic dish is known for its complex flavors and comforting richness.
Gulai Kambing (Indonesian Goat Curry)
A rich and aromatic Indonesian goat curry, featuring tender goat meat simmered in a fragrant coconut milk broth infused with a complex blend of spices. This festive dish is a staple during celebrations.
Kaeng Pa (Thai Jungle Curry)
An intensely flavorful and spicy Thai curry from the jungle regions, traditionally made without coconut milk. This dish is known for its bold, aromatic, and fiery profile, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and herbs.
La Zi Ji (Chongqing Spicy Chicken)
A classic Sichuan dish from Chongqing, featuring crispy fried chicken pieces stir-fried with a mountain of dried chilies and Sichuan peppercorns. The chicken is tender and savory, while the chilies and peppercorns impart a fragrant, numbing heat. The visual presentation is as dramatic as the flavor.
Masak Lemak Cili Api
A rich and creamy coconut milk-based curry from Negeri Sembilan, Malaysia, featuring the fiery heat of bird's eye chilies and aromatic spices. This dish is traditionally made with chicken or fish.
Methi Chicken (Fenugreek Chicken Curry)
Aromatic and flavorful Indian curry featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich gravy infused with fresh fenugreek leaves (methi) and a touch of cream. The subtle bitterness of fenugreek is beautifully balanced by the creamy texture and spices, creating a unique and satisfying dish.
Moghrabieh (Lebanese Pearl Couscous with Chicken)
A fragrant and hearty Lebanese celebration dish featuring tender chicken, plump chickpeas, sweet pearl onions, and giant moghrabieh pearls simmered in a richly spiced broth. This dish is known for its aromatic blend of cinnamon and caraway.
Morgh Zaferani (Persian Saffron Chicken)
A classic Persian dish featuring tender chicken pieces marinated in a fragrant blend of saffron, yogurt, and lemon juice, then baked to a beautiful golden hue. This dish is aromatic, flavorful, and perfect for a special occasion.
Nasi Kebuli
A fragrant and festive Indonesian rice dish with Arab influences, featuring tender meat cooked in aromatic spices. This celebratory dish is perfect for special occasions.
Opor Ayam (Indonesian White Chicken Curry)
A classic Indonesian white chicken curry, Opor Ayam is a rich and aromatic dish made with tender chicken simmered in a fragrant coconut milk broth. It's a staple during celebrations like Eid al-Fitr (Lebaran). This version is the 'white' opor, meaning it contains no chili.
Panang Curry
A rich, aromatic, and thicker Thai curry characterized by the distinct flavors of kaffir lime and roasted peanuts. This version is typically drier than other Thai curries, focusing on intense flavor.
Pepes Ikan (Indonesian Spiced Fish in Banana Leaves)
Pepes Ikan is a traditional Indonesian dish where fish is marinated in a fragrant spice paste, mixed with fresh herbs and aromatics, then meticulously wrapped in banana leaves and steamed or grilled until tender and infused with flavor. This method not only imparts a unique aroma but also keeps the fish incredibly moist.
Phat Prik King (Thai Dry Red Curry Stir-fry)
A vibrant and aromatic Thai dry curry stir-fry featuring tender pork and crisp long beans, coated in a rich red curry paste. This dish is quick to prepare and intensely flavorful, with no coconut milk used, allowing the spices to shine.
Phแป Bรฒ (Vietnamese Beef Noodle Soup)
A deeply aromatic and comforting Vietnamese beef noodle soup, featuring a rich, slow-simmered broth, tender rice noodles, thinly sliced rare beef that cooks in the hot broth, and a vibrant array of fresh herbs and garnishes.
Phแป Gร
Vietnamese chicken noodle soup - a lighter, more delicate cousin to beef pho, featuring a fragrant, ginger-infused broth and tender, shredded poached chicken.
Pla Duk Pad Phet (Spicy Stir-fried Catfish)
A vibrant and aromatic Thai stir-fry featuring crispy deep-fried catfish coated in a rich red curry paste sauce, accented with fresh herbs and vegetables. This dish offers a delightful contrast of textures and a spicy, complex flavor profile.
Pla Pao (Thai Salt-Crusted Grilled Fish)
A dramatic and flavorful Thai-style whole fish, encased in a salt crust and grilled over charcoal. The salt crust locks in moisture, resulting in incredibly tender and succulent fish, while the aromatic herbs infused within impart a delicate fragrance. Perfect for a centerpiece dish.
Rawon (Indonesian Black Beef Soup)
A deeply flavorful and aromatic black beef soup, originating from East Java. Its distinctive dark color and rich taste come from the unique kluwek nuts.
Rogan Josh
A classic Kashmiri lamb curry featuring incredibly tender lamb simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce. The vibrant red hue comes from Kashmiri chilies, which provide color and a mild warmth, while yogurt adds a subtle tang and creaminess. This slow-cooked dish is a true celebration of aromatic spices.