454 delicious main course recipes from around the world
Kroppkakor are traditional Swedish potato dumplings, with the Öland specialty featuring a savory filling of seasoned pork and onions. They are hearty, comforting, and best served with lingonberry jam and melted butter.
Crispy, golden-fried corn masa pockets filled with a savory ground beef and vegetable mixture. A beloved Venezuelan street food classic.
A traditional Corfiot specialty, this Sofrito features thinly sliced beef simmered in a rich, aromatic sauce of white wine and abundant garlic, finished with fresh parsley. It's a testament to the island's Venetian culinary influences.
A classic Argentine comfort food, Milanesa features thin, tender cutlets (typically beef or chicken) coated in breadcrumbs and fried to a perfect golden crisp. It's a beloved staple for everyday meals.
A flavorful and unique Kosovar dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a rich, savory peanut sauce, often served with rice or bread.
A comforting and flavorful Hungarian dish featuring tender chicken breast cooked in a rich, creamy paprika sauce, served with simple flour dumplings (galuska). This variation focuses on the chicken breast for a lighter yet still traditional experience.
Papoutsakia, meaning 'little shoes' in Greek, are a comforting and classic dish of tender eggplant halves filled with a savory spiced ground meat and tomato mixture, then topped with a creamy béchamel sauce and baked until golden. A true taste of Greek home cooking.
These savory meatballs are a delightful combination of ground meat, mashed potatoes, and cheese, pan-fried to a golden crisp. A hearty and satisfying dish often found in Kosovar homes.
A beloved Turkish home-cooking classic, this dish features tender bell peppers generously filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, fresh herbs, and a hint of tomato. Baked in a light tomato sauce, it's a comforting and flavorful meal.
A flavorful Albanian dish of stuffed grape leaves with a savory mixture of ground meat, rice, herbs, and spices, slow-cooked to perfection.
A simple yet flavorful Greek dish featuring whole baked fish (often sea bream or sea bass) cooked in the oven with potatoes, lemon, olive oil, and herbs. It's a staple in Greek households for its ease of preparation and delicious taste.
A savory strudel filled with earthy mushrooms, often sautéed with aromatics like onions and garlic, and sometimes enhanced with herbs and cheese. Encased in flaky phyllo or puff pastry, it makes an elegant appetizer or a light vegetarian main course.
Bell peppers stuffed with a savory mixture of minced meat, rice, ham, and spices, then baked in a tomato-based sauce. A hearty and flavorful dish that offers a delicious twist on traditional stuffed peppers.
Delicate, thin Russian crepes (blinchiki) that can be filled with a variety of sweet or savory options. This recipe focuses on the crepe preparation, with suggestions for common fillings.
A classic Arequipa specialty, Rocoto Relleno features large, spicy rocoto peppers generously filled with a savory, spiced ground beef mixture, then baked to perfection with a creamy cheese topping.
Tender, flavorful meatballs made from a mixture of pork and beef, pan-fried until golden brown and served in a creamy, herbaceous dill sauce. A comforting and classic Latvian dish.
Tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich and creamy yogurt sauce, often flavored with garlic and herbs, a comforting and flavorful Albanian specialty.
Tender cabbage leaves generously filled with a savory mixture of ground beef and rice, then simmered in a delightful sweet and sour tomato-based sauce. A classic Persian comfort food.
A vibrant Chifa (Chinese-Peruvian fusion) dish, Tallarín Saltado takes the beloved Lomo Saltado concept and marries it with spaghetti. Tender beef, crisp-tender vegetables, and savory noodles are stir-fried in a wok over high heat for an explosion of flavor and texture.
A classic Moroccan coastal dish featuring fresh sardines generously stuffed with a vibrant chermoula mixture, then lightly coated and fried to a golden crisp. This recipe elevates simple sardines into an elegant appetizer or light main course.
A dramatic and flavorful Lebanese upside-down rice dish, featuring layers of spiced meat, tender fried vegetables, and aromatic rice, all flipped onto a platter for a stunning presentation. The name 'Maqluba' literally means 'upside-down' in Arabic.
Authentic Egyptian Kofta Meshweya, featuring a flavorful blend of spiced ground meat molded onto skewers and grilled to perfection. This classic dish is a staple at gatherings and celebrations.
A vibrant and tangy Honduran chicken dish featuring chicken pieces simmered in a flavorful curtido (pickled vegetable) sauce. This recipe highlights the use of vinegar and spices to create a unique and zesty flavor profile.
A beloved Malaysian fresh spring roll, often prepared Nyonya-style, featuring a savory and slightly sweet jicama filling wrapped in delicate popiah skins. This dish is perfect for communal dining and can be customized with a variety of fresh toppings.
