42 delicious lunch recipes from around the world
A hearty and savory Dutch pancake, larger and thinner than American pancakes, filled with crispy bacon, melted cheese, and sautéed onions. This dish is a popular meal for lunch or dinner.
Fiskefrikadeller are Danish fish cakes, typically made with white fish like cod, mixed with herbs and bound with egg and flour. They are pan-fried until golden and crispy, and traditionally served with a tangy remoulade sauce.
A classic Danish open-faced sandwich featuring dense rye bread topped with butter, lettuce, hard-boiled eggs, and fresh shrimp, often finished with mayonnaise and dill. This simple yet elegant dish is a staple for lunch in Denmark.
A hearty and flavorful Egyptian omelette, similar to a frittata, packed with vegetables and aromatic spices. Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner.
A beloved Indonesian dish featuring compressed rice cakes (lontong) served in a rich and fragrant coconut milk-based vegetable curry, often with fried tofu and tempeh. This version is inspired by the Betawi (Jakarta) tradition.
A beloved Hawaiian snack, this Spam Musubi features a savory slice of grilled Spam glazed with a sweet and salty sauce, layered over seasoned sushi rice, and wrapped in a crisp sheet of nori.
A hearty and comforting Danish dish featuring crispy fried pork belly served on thick slices of rye bread, generously topped with a rich, savory gravy. This is a rustic and satisfying meal, often enjoyed as a substantial lunch or a simple supper.
A hearty and flavorful Nicaraguan staple, this dish features tender shredded beef (carne desmenuzada) served alongside fluffy white rice and fried eggs. It's a comforting and satisfying meal often enjoyed for breakfast or lunch.
A hearty Hawaiian comfort food classic featuring a bed of steamed rice, topped with a juicy hamburger patty, a perfectly fried egg with a runny yolk, and smothered in rich brown gravy. Often served with a side of macaroni salad.
A quintessential São Paulo mixed plate featuring tutu de feijão (a creamy bean paste), tender pork chop, a perfectly fried egg, sweet fried banana, and sautéed collard greens. A true taste of Paulista tradition.
A delightful sweet and savory sandwich featuring layers of ham, turkey, and Swiss cheese, dipped in an egg batter and pan-fried to golden perfection. It's like a savory French toast sandwich!
Delicious individual bobotie pies, featuring a flavorful spiced mince filling encased in golden, flaky puff pastry. Perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or a light meal.
A savory tart featuring tender leeks, crispy bacon, and a creamy custard filling, all encased in a flaky pastry crust. This dish, often called Flamiche, is a comforting and flavorful representation of Belgian cuisine, perfect as an appetizer, light lunch, or dinner.
Delicate crepes filled with a flavorful mixture of local seafood, coconut, and spices, a unique Maldivian take on a classic dish.
A rustic Maltese bread, often sourdough, filled with a simple yet delicious combination of eggs, tomatoes, and sometimes anchovies or cheese.
A delightful open-faced sandwich featuring creamy pickled herring salad (sildestuing) served on hearty Norwegian rye bread (rugbrød). This dish is a popular lunch or light dinner option, showcasing the importance of herring in Norwegian cuisine.
This creative tortilla hack allows you to combine various taco-inspired fillings into a compact, folded tortilla, which is then pan-fried until golden and crispy. It's a quick and customizable meal perfect for lunch or a satisfying snack.
These quick and easy spicy garlic noodles are a delicious and addictive dish, ready in just 10 minutes. Flat noodles are tossed in a savory and spicy sauce, then topped with fresh vegetables and an optional fried egg.
