hearty Recipes
209 delicious hearty recipes from around the world
Foul Mudammas
A classic Lebanese breakfast staple, Foul Mudammas features slow-cooked fava beans mashed and seasoned with garlic, cumin, lemon juice, and finished with a generous drizzle of olive oil and fresh parsley. It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect served with warm pita bread.
Galbitang (Korean Short Rib Soup)
A comforting and deeply flavorful Korean soup featuring tender beef short ribs simmered in a clear, savory broth. This classic dish is known for its simplicity and the melt-in-your-mouth texture of the ribs.
Gamjatang (Spicy Korean Pork Bone Soup)
A deeply flavorful and hearty Korean soup made with tender pork spine, potatoes, and a rich, spicy broth. Traditionally enjoyed as a comforting meal and even a hangover cure.
Halim
A hearty and nourishing Persian wheat porridge, slow-cooked with tender lamb and turkey, traditionally enjoyed as a substantial winter breakfast. The long cooking process breaks down the wheat and meat into a smooth, comforting texture.
Hyderabadi Haleem
A rich and hearty slow-cooked meat and wheat porridge, traditionally pounded until incredibly smooth. A quintessential dish for Iftar during Ramadan.
Δ°skender Kebab
A classic Turkish dish featuring thinly sliced, flavorful dΓΆner kebab meat served over pieces of pide bread, generously topped with a rich tomato sauce and a drizzle of browned butter, accompanied by a cooling side of yogurt.
Δ°skender Kebap
A classic Turkish dish from Bursa, featuring thinly sliced dΓΆner kebab layered over pieces of pide bread, generously topped with a rich tomato sauce, a dollop of cool yogurt, and finished with a sizzling, paprika-infused butter sauce. It's a hearty and flavorful experience.
Kalguksu (Korean Knife-Cut Noodle Soup)
A comforting and hearty Korean noodle soup featuring hand-cut wheat noodles simmered in a rich anchovy broth with tender vegetables.
Kibbeh Arnabiyeh (Kibbeh in Tahini-Orange Sauce)
A unique and flavorful Lebanese dish featuring perfectly fried kibbeh balls simmered in a rich, creamy tahini sauce infused with bright lemon and aromatic orange peel. This preparation offers a delightful contrast of textures and a complex, savory-sweet flavor profile.
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.
Niku Udon (Japanese Beef Udon)
A comforting and hearty Japanese noodle soup featuring chewy udon noodles bathed in a savory dashi broth, topped with tender, thinly sliced beef simmered in a sweet and savory soy-mirin glaze. Perfect for a satisfying meal.
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.
Shorbat Freekeh (Lebanese Freekeh Soup)
A deeply flavorful and nutritious Lebanese soup featuring smoky green wheat (freekeh) and tender chicken. This hearty soup is perfect for a comforting winter meal.
Sinigang na Baboy
A beloved Filipino sour soup featuring tender pork ribs, a medley of fresh vegetables, and the signature tangy broth derived from tamarind. This dish is the epitome of Filipino comfort food, offering a bright and invigorating flavor profile.
Sogogi Gukbap (Korean Beef and Rice Soup)
A comforting and clear Korean beef soup, featuring tender brisket and rice, traditionally a specialty of Daegu. This recipe focuses on building a rich, clean broth from beef bones and brisket.
Sop Buntut (Indonesian Oxtail Soup)
A rich and comforting Indonesian oxtail soup, featuring incredibly tender oxtail in a clear, aromatic broth. A beloved restaurant classic, this soup is deeply flavorful and satisfying.
Sop Iga (Indonesian Beef Rib Soup)
A comforting and clear Indonesian beef rib soup, known for its tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs and aromatic broth. This restaurant classic is surprisingly simple to make at home.
Sop Kambing (Indonesian Goat Soup)
A deeply flavorful and aromatic Indonesian goat soup, often enjoyed as comforting street food. This recipe focuses on tenderizing the goat and infusing it with a rich blend of spices for a warming and satisfying meal.
Soto Ayam
A fragrant and comforting Indonesian chicken soup, characterized by its vibrant turmeric-yellow broth, tender shredded chicken, and a medley of noodles and fresh vegetables. A true taste of Indonesian home cooking.
Soto Betawi
Soto Betawi is a rich and creamy beef soup, a specialty from Jakarta (Betawi). It features tender beef and offal simmered in a fragrant coconut milk broth, enhanced with aromatic spices.
Sundae Gukbap (Korean Blood Sausage Soup)
A deeply savory and comforting Korean soup featuring tender pork bone broth, chewy sundae (blood sausage), various pork offal, and served with rice. This dish is known for its rich flavor and hearty nature, often enjoyed as a full meal.
Sup Kambing (Malaysian Mutton Soup)
A deeply flavorful and aromatic Malaysian mutton soup, featuring a clear, spiced broth that is both comforting and warming. Perfect for a chilly evening or as a hearty meal.
Tsukemen (Dipping Ramen)
Tsukemen is a style of ramen where cold, chewy noodles are dipped into a separate, rich, and concentrated hot broth. This offers a distinct textural and flavor experience compared to traditional ramen.