hearty Recipes
209 delicious hearty recipes from around the world
Leberkäse
A classic Bavarian meatloaf, often served as a thick slice in a bread roll. Despite its name, traditional Leberkäse does not contain liver.
Leberknödel (German Liver Dumplings)
A classic Bavarian dish of tender liver dumplings gently simmered in a rich beef broth. Perfect as a hearty appetizer or a light main course.
Marmitako (Basque Tuna Stew)
A hearty and flavorful Basque tuna stew, traditionally prepared by fishermen along the Cantabrian coast. This one-pot meal features tender chunks of fresh tuna braised with potatoes, sweet peppers, and a rich tomato-based sauce.
Maultaschen
Authentic Swabian Maultaschen are large, square pasta pockets filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, spinach, and bread, traditionally enjoyed on Fridays.
Minestrone
Italian vegetable soup - hearty soup with beans, pasta, and seasonal vegetables.
Palt
Hearty Northern Swedish potato dumplings filled with savory salted pork. A traditional and filling dish from the Norrland region.
Patsas (Greek Tripe Soup)
A hearty and comforting Greek tripe soup, traditionally enjoyed as a late-night restorative meal or a potent hangover cure. This rich broth, made tender with slow-cooked tripe and pork feet, is finished with a creamy avgolemono sauce. The pungent garlic and tangy vinegar provide a sharp contrast to the richness.
Plov (Russian Rice Pilaf)
A hearty and festive Russian adaptation of the classic Central Asian rice pilaf, featuring tender meat, sweet carrots, and aromatic spices.
Pote Gallego
A hearty and traditional Galician stew, Pote Gallego, featuring tender white beans, tender chunks of pork, smoky chorizo, and soft potatoes, all simmered with nutrient-rich greens. This is a deeply satisfying winter comfort food.
Potée Auvergnate (Auvergne Pork and Cabbage Stew)
A hearty and rustic French stew from the Auvergne region, featuring tender salt pork, flavorful sausages, and a medley of root vegetables and cabbage, all slowly braised in a savory broth. This dish is the epitome of mountain sustenance.
Rassolnik (Russian Pickle and Barley Soup)
A hearty and comforting Russian soup featuring tender meat, chewy pearl barley, and the distinct sour tang of pickled cucumbers and their brine. A true taste of winter comfort.
Rinderroulade (German Beef Rolls)
Classic German Rinderroulade, also known as Rouladen, features thin slices of beef rolled around a savory filling of bacon, onions, and pickles, then slow-braised to tender perfection in a rich gravy. This dish is a beloved Sunday tradition.
Rotmos med Fläsk (Root Vegetable Mash with Pork)
A hearty and comforting Swedish winter classic, featuring tender, slow-cooked salted pork belly served atop a rustic mash of root vegetables. Perfect for a cold day.
Russian Beet and Bean Vinaigrette Salad (Vinegret)
A vibrant and hearty Russian salad featuring tender cooked root vegetables, protein-rich white beans, and tangy pickled cucumbers, all brought together with a simple oil dressing. This variation of the classic Vinegret is both visually appealing and satisfying.
Shchi (Russian Cabbage Soup)
A hearty and traditional Russian cabbage soup, Shchi is a comforting staple made with tender meat, savory broth, and a medley of vegetables. This recipe focuses on a classic preparation, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Solyanka
A hearty and flavorful Russian sour soup, Solyanka is a complex medley of meats, briny pickles, olives, and capers, simmered in a rich broth. It's renowned for its robust, tangy taste and is often considered a perfect remedy for a hangover.
Stamppot
A hearty and traditional Dutch mashed potato dish, stamppot is made by mashing potatoes with various cooked vegetables like kale, endive, or sauerkraut. It's typically served with a smoked sausage (rookworst) and a rich gravy.
Stamppot Boerenkool
A hearty and comforting Dutch classic, Stamppot Boerenkool features creamy mashed potatoes blended with nutrient-rich kale, traditionally served with a smoky rookworst sausage and a rich gravy. It's the ultimate winter warmer.
Suquet de Peix
A traditional Catalan fisherman's stew featuring a medley of mixed fish simmered in a rich, saffron-infused potato broth. A true taste of coastal Catalunya.
Traditional British Black Pudding
A classic British blood sausage, rich in flavour and texture, made with pork blood, oatmeal, and finely diced pork fat. An essential component of a Full English breakfast.
Traditional London Pie and Mash with Liquor
A classic East End London meat pie, served with creamy mashed potatoes and a rich parsley sauce, known as 'liquor'. This hearty dish is a beloved British comfort food.
Tripas à Moda do Porto
Tripas à Moda do Porto, a hearty and iconic stew from Porto, Portugal, featuring tender tripe and white beans simmered with aromatic meats and spices. This dish, deeply rooted in the city's history, is a true taste of Portuguese tradition.
Zharkoye (Russian Pot Roast with Potatoes)
A hearty and comforting Russian stew featuring tender chunks of meat (traditionally beef or pork) slow-cooked with potatoes, carrots, and onions in a rich broth. Perfect for a cold day.
Zupa Ogórkowa (Polish Dill Pickle Soup)
A beloved Polish comfort food, Zupa Ogórkowa is a hearty and tangy soup made with dill pickles, potatoes, and carrots. Its unique flavor profile comes from the briny pickles and their juice, balanced by the creaminess of sour cream.