454 delicious main course recipes from around the world
Peruvian stuffed potato - a crispy, golden-fried potato shell encasing a savory spiced beef picadillo filling. A beloved street food classic.
A flavorful and aromatic rice dish where chicken is slow-cooked with a blend of spices, creating a rich broth that infuses the rice. This version focuses on the distinct Bahraini spice profile.
A popular and comforting Somali dish featuring pasta cooked in a rich, spiced tomato and minced meat sauce, often enjoyed as a hearty meal.
A flavorful and juicy Bulgarian grilled minced meat dish, often made with a blend of pork and beef, seasoned with cumin and traditional spices. This recipe is inspired by a popular family rendition.
A delightful Albanian dish that balances savory chicken with the sweet and tart notes of prunes, often enhanced with aromatic spices. This recipe reflects the historical influences and regional variations in Albanian cuisine, where fruits are frequently incorporated into meat dishes.
A fragrant and flavorful Libyan rice dish featuring tender lamb, aromatic herbs, and a blend of warm spices, often prepared for special occasions.
A classic French composed salad from the Côte d'Azur, featuring perfectly cooked tuna, tender vegetables, hard-boiled eggs, briny olives, and savory anchovies, all brought together with a light vinaigrette. It's a vibrant and satisfying summer meal.
A classic Turkish comfort food, Et Sote features tender cubes of beef sautéed with vibrant bell peppers and juicy tomatoes in a rich, savory tomato-based sauce. This dish is known for its simplicity and deeply satisfying flavors.
Crispy, golden-fried corn tortillas generously topped with seasoned refried beans, your choice of savory shredded meat (like chicken tinga), crisp shredded lettuce, a drizzle of cooling crema, crumbled queso fresco, and creamy avocado slices. A vibrant and satisfying Mexican open-faced sandwich, perfect for a quick and flavorful meal.
A classic Greek savory pie featuring layers of crisp, golden phyllo dough encasing a flavorful and herbaceous filling of fresh spinach, tangy feta cheese, and aromatic herbs.
Savory and tender meatballs made with a base of mashed potatoes and ground meat, seasoned with herbs and spices, then fried to a golden crisp.
Delicate and flavorful crab cakes made with fresh crab meat, breadcrumbs, herbs, and a touch of lemon. These are often pan-fried until golden brown and served with a remoulade sauce.
A flavorful roasted chicken dish, influenced by Portuguese and African flavors, often marinated with local spices and herbs.
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these Belarusian potato pancakes are a beloved national dish, traditionally served with a dollop of sour cream and fresh dill.
A popular Palestinian and Jordanian dish featuring sumac-marinated chicken, caramelized onions, and toasted pine nuts, traditionally served over taboon bread. This version presents it in convenient, bite-sized rolls.
Pule me Arra is a rich and flavorful Albanian dish featuring tender chicken simmered in a creamy, nutty sauce made from finely ground walnuts, garlic, and butter. This dish offers a unique texture and a delightful balance of savory and nutty notes.
A comforting and flavorful Portuguese seafood rice, often described as a soupy rice dish brimming with a variety of shellfish. It's a true celebration of coastal flavors.
A popular Indonesian street food, Batagor are savory fried fish dumplings, typically made with mackerel or other white fish, mixed with tapioca starch and seasonings, then stuffed into tofu and wonton wrappers. Served with a rich, sweet and savory peanut sauce and a drizzle of sweet soy sauce (kecap manis). This recipe focuses on the classic preparation, a beloved specialty from Bandung.
A flavorful and aromatic Georgian dish featuring tender chicken pieces simmered in a rich sauce of ground walnuts, pomegranate molasses, and fragrant spices. This dish is often served during celebrations and special occasions.
Delicate dumplings filled with leeks and herbs, typically served with a garlic-yogurt sauce, a lentil-tomato sauce, and a sprinkle of mint. A beloved Afghan comfort food.
A popular Chinese-American banquet dish featuring crispy, golden-fried shrimp coated in a creamy, sweet, and tangy mayonnaise-based sauce, generously garnished with candied walnuts for a delightful crunch and nutty flavor.
Tender thin slices of beef, rolled around a savory and slightly sweet filling of breadcrumbs, pine nuts, raisins, and Pecorino cheese, then slow-braised in a rich tomato sauce. A classic Sicilian specialty.
A classic Peruvian dish featuring pan-fried white fish bathed in a vibrant, tangy escabeche sauce of pickled onions and ají amarillo. This dish showcases the influence of colonial heritage on Peruvian cuisine.
A fragrant and zesty chicken dish featuring lemongrass and ginger, common in Comorian cuisine, often served with rice.
