27 delicious quick recipes from around the world
Crispy fried fish served with a simple yet flavorful sauce of tomatoes and onions, a common and beloved dish across Angola.
A simple yet elegant Italian dessert where a scoop of cold vanilla gelato is 'drowned' in a shot of hot, freshly brewed espresso. The contrast of hot and cold, bitter and sweet, creates a delightful sensory experience.
A refreshing and protein-rich salad combining canned tuna, white beans, and a simple vinaigrette, perfect as a light meal or side dish.
Grilled tuna steaks served with a vibrant and slightly sweet mango salsa, offering a tropical twist to a classic Cape Verdean ingredient.
Brochettes are a popular street food in Burundi, consisting of marinated meat (typically beef or goat) grilled on skewers over charcoal. They are often seasoned with a flavorful spice mix and served with accompaniments like plantains or rice.
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these classic Ukrainian potato pancakes are made from grated potatoes and onions, fried until golden brown. Typically served with sour cream or mushroom sauce.
A flavorful and simple octopus stew, often made with tomatoes, onions, garlic, and a touch of heat from peppers. It's a testament to Cape Verde's rich maritime heritage.
Sabaayad is a popular Djiboutian and Somali flatbread known for its layered, slightly puffy texture and versatility. It can be enjoyed with stews, as a snack, or as a breakfast item.
A flavorful and protein-rich dish from the Democratic Republic of the Congo, featuring small dried anchovies (ndakala) cooked with spinach (fumbwa) and aromatic spices. This dish is often served with fufu or rice, offering a taste of traditional Congolese cuisine.
A vibrant and aromatic fish dish cooked in a flavorful tomato and vegetable sauce, often featuring a mix of local spices and herbs. This recipe highlights the fresh flavors of Congolese cuisine.
Delicate, ready-made qatayef (small pancakes) are filled with a rich, sweet ashta (clotted cream) and topped with crunchy pistachios, then drizzled with fragrant sugar syrup. A popular and easy dessert, especially during Ramadan.
Pepesup de Pescado, commonly known as pepper soup, is a beloved and spicy fish soup from Equatorial Guinea. It's a flavorful and warming dish, often enjoyed in the morning or evening, and can be customized with various types of fish and local spices.
A comforting and simple dessert made from layers of buttered bread, soaked in a rich custard of eggs, milk, and cream, often enhanced with raisins and a hint of Irish whiskey.
A simple yet flavorful Ethiopian dish featuring fresh, crumbly ayib cheese gently folded into tender, sautéed collard greens infused with aromatic niter kibbeh and garlic. It's a protein-rich, vegetarian side dish often served as part of a larger platter.
A popular Ethiopian snack or appetizer made from toasted injera spread with a flavorful berbere-infused spiced butter (niter kibbeh). It's known for its crispy texture and aromatic spices.
A vibrant and quick Ethiopian dish featuring tender fish fillets sautéed with aromatic onions, tomatoes, and the signature spice blend, berbere. Traditionally cooked in niter kibbeh (spiced clarified butter) for an authentic flavor.
A popular Kenyan street food, Mayai Pasua consists of hard-boiled eggs that are sliced open and topped with a fresh, tangy kachumbari (tomato and onion salsa). It's a simple yet flavorful snack or light meal.
Omena, small dried fish, are a popular and protein-rich delicacy in Kenya, particularly around Lake Victoria. This stew is a flavorful way to prepare them, often simmered in a rich tomato and onion sauce.
A flavorful and aromatic dish featuring tender squid stir-fried in the classic 'three cup' sauce of soy sauce, sesame oil, and rice wine, infused with ginger, garlic, and basil. This variation of the popular San Bei Ji (Three Cup Chicken) showcases the versatility of Taiwanese cuisine.
A fresh and vibrant tomato and onion salad, often served as a side dish with grilled meats, stews, or ugali. It's a simple yet essential accompaniment in Kenyan cuisine.
A simple yet flavorful Chadian dish featuring mashed zucchini cooked with spices and finished with a generous topping of crushed peanuts. This dish highlights the use of local vegetables and the popular addition of peanuts in Chadian cuisine.
A thin, crispy Alsatian flatbread topped with a creamy mixture of fromage blanc, onions, and smoky lardons. A rustic and delicious appetizer or light meal.
A flavorful Omani dish featuring white fish marinated and cooked with a blend of aromatic spices, fresh lemon, and herbs. It's often served with rice, making it a complete and satisfying meal.
A unique sweet and savory dish where vermicelli noodles are fried until golden and then cooked with rice, creating a comforting and subtly sweet pilaf. Often served as a side dish or a light meal.
