savory Recipes
210 delicious savory recipes from around the world
Arroz de Cabidela (Portuguese Blood Rice)
A traditional and deeply flavorful Portuguese dish, Arroz de Cabidela features tender chicken cooked in a rich, dark rice pilaf, uniquely enriched with chicken blood for its distinctive color and taste. This recipe provides a detailed guide to achieving this classic comfort food.
Arroz de Feijão (Portuguese Bean Rice)
A hearty and comforting Portuguese dish where tender red beans are simmered with rice, infused with the savory flavors of bacon and onion. Perfect for a satisfying everyday meal.
Blodpudding (Swedish Blood Pudding)
A traditional Swedish blood pudding, known for its slightly sweet flavor profile, often served with lingonberry jam. This recipe offers a detailed approach to creating this rustic dish.
Classic French Crêpes
Delicate, thin wheat flour crêpes, a staple of French cuisine, perfect for both sweet and savory fillings. Originating from Brittany, these versatile pancakes are a beloved street food and home-style treat.
Coca de Recapte
A traditional Catalan vegetable flatbread, often referred to as a 'harvest bread' due to its seasonal vegetable toppings. This recipe features a flavorful escalivada of roasted eggplant and peppers, sweet caramelized onions, and savory anchovies on a rustic dough base.
Dampfnudeln with Sauerkraut
Traditional German savory steamed dumplings (Dampfnudeln) served with hearty sauerkraut and crispy pork belly. This recipe focuses on the Palatinate style, known for its rich flavors and satisfying textures.
Farinata di Ceci (Ligurian Chickpea Flatbread)
A traditional Ligurian specialty, Farinata di Ceci is a thin, savory pancake made from chickpea flour, baked until golden and crispy. It's incredibly simple to make, requiring just a few ingredients and a long resting period for the batter to develop its characteristic flavor and texture.
Galette Bretonne (Savory Buckwheat Crêpe)
A classic Breton savory crêpe made from buckwheat flour, traditionally filled with ham, Gruyère cheese, and a perfectly cooked egg. This rustic dish is a staple of Brittany and a delightful, hearty meal.
Himmel und Erde (Heaven and Earth)
A hearty and traditional Rhineland dish, Himmel und Erde translates to 'Heaven and Earth,' representing the sweetness of apples (heaven) and the earthiness of potatoes, served with savory blood sausage and caramelized onions. It's a delightful balance of sweet, savory, and rich flavors.
Koulouri Thessalonikis
Chewy Greek bread rings generously coated in sesame seeds, a beloved street food breakfast staple across Greece and Turkey.
Migas à Alentejana
Migas à Alentejana is a rustic and flavorful Portuguese peasant dish from the Alentejo region, featuring crispy fried bread, succulent pork belly, and aromatic garlic. It's a testament to making simple ingredients incredibly delicious.
Oeufs en Meurette (Poached Eggs in Red Wine Sauce)
A classic Burgundian brunch dish featuring perfectly poached eggs nestled in a rich, savory red wine sauce, accompanied by crispy lardons, tender pearl onions, and sautéed mushrooms. Traditionally served with toasted bread.
Papoutsakia (Greek Stuffed Eggplant)
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.
Piadina Romagnola
A traditional Romagnola flatbread, this thin Italian wrap is typically filled with savory prosciutto, creamy squacquerone cheese, and fresh arugula. It's a simple yet delicious dish perfect for a quick meal or snack.
Pirog (Russian Savory Pie)
A traditional Russian large pie, often filled with savory ingredients like cabbage, meat, or fish, typically served during celebrations. This recipe focuses on the assembly and baking of a large pirog.
Pirogi (Large Russian Filled Pie)
A traditional Russian large, single-crust pie, distinct from smaller pirozhki. This recipe focuses on a savory filling encased in a rich yeasted dough, perfect for celebrations or a hearty meal.
Prasopita (Greek Leek Pie)
A savory and comforting Greek leek pie featuring tender leeks and salty feta cheese encased in layers of crisp phyllo dough. Perfect as a main dish or appetizer, and delicious served at room temperature.
Raggmunk (Swedish Potato Pancakes)
Crispy, golden Swedish potato pancakes, traditionally served with fried pork and tart lingonberry jam. A comforting and satisfying classic.
Rakott Krumpli (Hungarian Layered Potatoes)
A hearty and comforting Hungarian classic, Rakott Krumpli features thinly sliced potatoes layered with hard-boiled eggs and flavorful Hungarian sausage, all bound together with a creamy sour cream sauce and baked until golden brown and bubbly.
Smörgåstårta (Swedish Savory Sandwich Cake)
A visually stunning and delicious savory layered sandwich cake, traditionally served for celebrations. It features alternating layers of soft bread, creamy fillings, and is elaborately decorated to resemble a formal cake.
Solyanka
A hearty and flavorful Russian sour soup, Solyanka is a complex medley of meats, briny pickles, olives, and capers, simmered in a rich broth. It's renowned for its robust, tangy taste and is often considered a perfect remedy for a hangover.
Soufflé au Fromage
A classic French cheese soufflé, renowned for its impossibly light and airy texture. This recipe is a true test of technique, resulting in a majestically rising cloud of cheesy delight.
Spaghetti alla Puttanesca
A classic Neapolitan pasta dish, 'Spaghetti alla Puttanesca' translates to 'pasta of the prostitutes' or 'lady of the night pasta.' It's renowned for its intensely savory, spicy, and briny flavor profile derived from a quick sauce featuring tomatoes, olives, capers, anchovies, and chili. Traditionally served without cheese.
Tiropita (Greek Cheese Pie)
A classic Greek savory pie featuring layers of flaky phyllo dough filled with a creamy mixture of feta cheese, eggs, and fresh dill. Perfect for breakfast, a light lunch, or a satisfying snack.