savory Recipes
210 delicious savory recipes from around the world
Gudeg
Gudeg is a traditional Javanese sweet stew made from young jackfruit, slow-cooked in coconut milk, palm sugar, and spices. This iconic dish from Yogyakarta is known for its rich, sweet, and savory flavor, and its deep brown color.
Gyeran Bbang (Korean Egg Bread)
Gyeran Bbang is a popular South Korean street food. It's a slightly sweet, fluffy mini bread with a whole egg baked inside, often with a sprinkle of cheese. It's a delightful combination of savory and sweet, perfect for a quick snack.
Gyoza (Japanese Pan-Fried Dumplings)
Authentic Japanese pan-fried dumplings (gyoza) featuring a savory and juicy filling of ground pork, finely chopped napa cabbage, and aromatic seasonings, all encased in delicate wrappers. They are expertly pan-fried to achieve a delightful contrast: a crispy, golden-brown bottom and a tender, steamed top. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal.
Hayashi Rice (Japanese Hashed Beef)
A classic Japanese Yoshoku dish featuring tender, thinly sliced beef and mushrooms simmered in a rich, savory demi-glace sauce, served over fluffy steamed rice. It's a comforting and flavorful meal, often compared to beef stroganoff.
Hong Shao Rou (Red Braised Pork Belly)
Melt-in-your-mouth pork belly braised in a rich, sweet, and savory soy caramel sauce. A quintessential Shanghai classic that is deeply comforting and flavorful.
Hui Guo Rou (Twice-Cooked Pork)
A classic Sichuan dish featuring tender, twice-cooked pork belly stir-fried with aromatic leeks and a rich, savory sauce. The 'twice-cooked' method involves boiling the pork first, then slicing and stir-frying it to render the fat and achieve a slightly crispy texture. This dish is known for its smoky, spicy, and deeply satisfying flavor profile.
Jajangmyeon
A beloved Korean-Chinese comfort food featuring thick, chewy noodles coated in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet black bean sauce, studded with tender pieces of pork and crisp vegetables.
Jjajangmyeon (Korean Black Bean Noodles)
A beloved Korean-Chinese comfort food featuring chewy udon-like noodles coated in a rich, savory, and slightly sweet fermented black bean sauce, studded with tender pork and crisp vegetables. Traditionally enjoyed on 'Black Day', this dish is a popular choice for delivery and home cooking.
Jjimdak (Korean Braised Chicken)
A hearty and flavorful Korean braised chicken dish, traditionally from Andong, featuring tender chicken, chewy glass noodles, and root vegetables in a savory-sweet soy-based sauce with a hint of spice.
Kai Look Koey (Thai Son-in-Law Eggs)
Kai Look Koey, literally translating to 'eggs looking at the son-in-law', are a classic Thai dish featuring perfectly fried hard-boiled eggs coated in a sweet, sour, and savory tamarind sauce. The eggs are deep-fried until their whites blister and puff up, creating a delightful texture contrast with the rich sauce. This dish is a perfect appetizer or side, offering a complex flavor profile that is both addictive and intriguing.
Kalguksu (Korean Knife-Cut Noodle Soup)
A comforting and hearty Korean noodle soup featuring hand-cut wheat noodles simmered in a rich anchovy broth with tender vegetables.
Karipap (Malaysian Curry Puffs)
Delicate, flaky pastry encasing a savory and aromatic spiced potato and meat filling, deep-fried to a perfect golden crisp. A beloved Malaysian snack.
KarnΔ±yarΔ±k (Belly Split Open)
A classic Turkish dish featuring tender, fried eggplants that are "split open" and generously filled with a savory mixture of ground meat, onions, tomatoes, and peppers. It's a hearty and flavorful main course.
Kashk-e Bademjan
A rich and flavorful Persian appetizer featuring smoky, mashed eggplant blended with tangy kashk (fermented whey), caramelized onions, and aromatic mint. This dish offers a complex balance of savory, sweet, and tangy notes, making it a truly addictive and bold start to any meal.
Katsudon
A comforting and deeply satisfying Japanese rice bowl featuring a crispy pork cutlet (tonkatsu) simmered with tender onions and a delicately cooked egg in a savory-sweet sauce, all served over a bed of fluffy steamed rice. It's the ultimate comfort food.
Khanom Buang (Thai Crispy Crepes)
Khanom Buang, also known as Thai crispy crepes or Thai sweet crepes, are a popular Thai street food snack. These delicate, crispy crepes are made from a thin batter, cooked until golden and crisp, and then filled with a sweet meringue and various toppings. They can be enjoyed in sweet or savory variations.
Khao Kluk Kapi (Thai Shrimp Paste Fried Rice)
A fragrant and flavorful Thai fried rice dish, Khao Kluk Kapi, is characterized by its pungent shrimp paste base, complemented by a variety of savory and fresh toppings. This recipe offers a detailed guide to creating this complex yet rewarding meal.
Khao Moo Krob (Thai Crispy Pork Belly)
A beloved Thai street food classic, Khao Moo Krob features succulent, tender pork belly with shatteringly crispy skin, served over fluffy steamed rice and drizzled with a sweet, savory soy sauce. This recipe guides you through achieving that perfect crackling texture.
Khao Pad Nam Prik Pao (Thai Chili Paste Fried Rice)
A quick and flavorful Thai fried rice featuring the complex sweet, savory, and spicy notes of nam prik pao (Thai chili paste). Perfect for a weeknight meal.
Kwetiau Goreng (Indonesian Fried Rice Noodles)
A popular Chinese-Indonesian stir-fried noodle dish featuring flat rice noodles, a savory sauce, and your choice of protein and vegetables. This recipe is quick, flavorful, and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Lahmacun (Turkish Pizza)
Lahmacun, often called 'Turkish pizza', is a delightfully crispy, paper-thin flatbread generously topped with a spiced mixture of minced lamb, onions, tomatoes, and peppers. It's traditionally rolled up with fresh parsley, a squeeze of lemon, and a sprinkle of sumac before enjoying.
Lu Ya (Teochew Braised Duck)
A classic Teochew dish featuring a whole duck slow-braised in a rich, aromatic master stock until incredibly tender and infused with deep, savory flavors. The resulting duck is succulent, with silky skin and a complex, umami-rich sauce.
Lumpia Semarang
Authentic Lumpia Semarang, a savory Indonesian spring roll filled with stir-fried bamboo shoots, shrimp, and chicken, served with a sweet soy sauce dip. A delicacy from Central Java.
Ma Jiang Mian (Wuhan Hot Dry Noodles)
A beloved Wuhan breakfast dish featuring springy alkaline noodles tossed in a rich, savory sesame paste sauce, complemented by the crunch of pickled radish and fresh scallions. This recipe provides a quick and authentic taste of Wuhan's culinary soul.