picnic food Recipes
9 delicious picnic food recipes from around the world
Coronation Chicken
A classic British dish created to celebrate Queen Elizabeth II's coronation in 1953. This cold chicken salad features tender chicken coated in a creamy, curried mayonnaise with a hint of sweetness from mango chutney and a delightful chew from raisins. Perfect for sandwiches, jacket potatoes, or as part of a buffet.
Frikadellen (German Meat Patties)
Classic German pan-fried meat patties, also known as Buletten or Klopse, made from a flavorful mixture of ground beef and pork, seasoned and bound with bread, onion, egg, and mustard. Perfect for a hearty meal or a picnic.
Wurstsalat (German Sausage Salad)
A classic German beer garden staple, this Wurstsalat is a refreshing and simple salad featuring sliced sausage, onions, and pickles tossed in a tangy vinaigrette. Perfect as a light meal or a hearty snack.
Kimbap
Kimbap are Korean seaweed rice rolls, featuring seasoned rice and a colorful assortment of fillings rolled tightly within a sheet of gim (dried seaweed). They are a popular and convenient picnic food, snack, or light meal.
Carolina Pulled Pork
Experience authentic Carolina BBQ with this slow-smoked pork shoulder. The pork is first seasoned generously, then smoked low and slow until incredibly tender. It's then pulled apart and tossed in a tangy, vinegar-based sauce, embodying the classic Eastern North Carolina style. Perfect for gatherings and a true taste of Southern tradition.
Classic American Potato Salad
A quintessential creamy potato salad, perfect for picnics and BBQs, featuring tender potatoes, hard-boiled eggs, crisp celery, and a tangy dressing. This recipe is a beloved American classic.
Ensalada Rusa
A classic Argentine potato salad, Ensalada Rusa is a comforting and flavorful side dish featuring finely diced vegetables bound together with creamy mayonnaise. Perfect for barbecues and family gatherings.
Escabeche de Pollo (Peruvian Pickled Chicken)
A classic Peruvian dish featuring tender, fried chicken pieces bathed in a vibrant, tangy escabeche sauce made with pickled onions, ají amarillo, and vinegar. This dish, with its colonial heritage, is delicious served cold or at room temperature, making it perfect for picnics or as a refreshing main course.
Bobotie Pies
Delicious individual bobotie pies, featuring a flavorful spiced mince filling encased in golden, flaky puff pastry. Perfect for lunchboxes, picnics, or a light meal.