savory Recipes
210 delicious savory recipes from around the world
Palabok
A vibrant and flavorful Filipino noodle dish featuring thin rice noodles coated in a rich, savory shrimp-based sauce, generously topped with various garnishes. It's a popular choice for celebrations and gatherings.
Pan Mee (Hand-Torn Noodles)
A comforting Hakka-Malaysian noodle soup featuring hand-torn flat noodles in a rich, savory anchovy broth, served with tender minced pork and fresh greens.
Pancit Palabok
A classic Filipino noodle dish featuring a rich, savory shrimp and pork sauce, traditionally served during celebrations like birthdays. The vibrant orange hue comes from annatto seeds, and it's generously topped with various garnishes.
Patlıcan Musakka (Turkish Eggplant Moussaka)
A hearty and flavorful Turkish Moussaka, featuring layers of pan-fried eggplant, a spiced ground meat and tomato filling, and baked until tender. Unlike Greek moussaka, this version omits the béchamel sauce, allowing the rich flavors of the eggplant and meat to shine.
Patlıcanlı Musakka (Turkish Cold Moussaka)
A refreshing Turkish take on moussaka, this dish features layers of tender fried eggplant and a savory tomato-meat sauce, served chilled. Unlike its Greek counterpart, this version is lighter and omits béchamel sauce.
Pempek (Indonesian Fish Cakes)
Pempek are savory fish cakes made from ground fish and tapioca flour, typically served with a sweet and sour vinegar-based sauce called 'cuko'. This recipe focuses on the classic Palembang style, known for its chewy texture and satisfying flavor.
Perkedel (Indonesian Potato Fritters)
Perkedel are savory Indonesian potato fritters, often enriched with ground meat. These delightful patties are a popular side dish with Dutch colonial influences, similar to European frikadellen.
Pinakbet
A vibrant and flavorful Filipino vegetable stew, traditionally from the Ilocos region, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables simmered in a savory broth enhanced by the unique umami of bagoong (shrimp paste).
Rad Na (Thai Gravy Noodles)
A comforting and deeply satisfying Thai noodle dish featuring wide, chewy rice noodles coated in a rich, savory gravy, studded with tender slices of meat and crisp Chinese broccoli. This version focuses on the classic preparation with fresh noodles.
Rou Song (Chinese Pork Floss)
A savory-sweet, incredibly light, and fluffy dried shredded pork, often used as a topping for congee, steamed buns, toast, or even sprinkled over salads. It's a delicious way to preserve pork and add a unique texture and flavor to dishes.
Shao Bing (Chinese Sesame Flatbread)
A classic Chinese layered and flaky flatbread, generously coated with sesame seeds. Shao Bing is a delightful breakfast staple, often enjoyed with savory accompaniments like youtiao (Chinese fried dough sticks) or served as a side to various Chinese dishes.
Shirin Polo (Jeweled Rice)
A celebratory Persian sweet rice dish, also known as 'Jeweled Rice' (Shirin Polo), adorned with vibrant candied orange peel, slivered almonds, pistachios, and often served at weddings and special occasions. It balances sweet and savory notes beautifully.
Soto Mie (Indonesian Noodle Soup)
A fragrant and flavorful Indonesian noodle soup, Soto Mie, originating from Bogor. This version features a rich yellow broth, tender beef and offal, and is traditionally served with crispy risol (fried spring rolls) and fresh garnishes.
Spiral Curry Puff
Flaky, crispy spiral pastries filled with a savory curry mixture. The unique spiral technique ensures extra layers of crispiness in every bite.
Su Böreği (Turkish Water Börek)
Su Böreği is a classic Turkish layered pastry made with boiled yufka (thin dough sheets) filled with cheese and herbs, then baked until golden and crisp. Its unique texture, achieved by boiling the dough, makes it a beloved dish, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a savory snack.
Tapsilog
A classic Filipino breakfast featuring tender, savory cured beef (tapa), fragrant garlic fried rice (sinangag), and a perfectly fried egg (itlog). The name 'Tapsilog' is a portmanteau of Tapa (cured beef), Sinangag (garlic rice), and Itlog (egg).
Tendon (Tempura Rice Bowl)
A classic Japanese rice bowl featuring a generous topping of assorted crispy tempura, served over steamed rice and drizzled with a savory-sweet tentsuyu sauce. This dish is best enjoyed immediately to savor the contrast between the crunchy tempura and the soft rice.
Tokwa't Baboy (Filipino Tofu and Pork)
A classic Filipino pulutan (bar snack) or appetizer featuring crispy fried tofu and tender boiled pork belly, served with a tangy soy-vinegar dipping sauce and fresh aromatics. Perfect with a cold beer.
Uttapam
A thick, savory rice and lentil pancake, similar to a dosa but with a softer, fluffier texture. Vegetables and other toppings are pressed into the batter while it cooks, creating a flavorful and satisfying dish often likened to an Indian-style pizza.
Ven Pongal (Savory Rice and Lentil Porridge)
A comforting and savory South Indian breakfast dish made from rice and moong dal, enriched with ghee and fragrant spices like black pepper and cumin. It has a soft, porridge-like consistency and is often served with sambar and coconut chutney.
Wu Gok (Cantonese Taro Puffs)
Authentic Cantonese Wu Gok, also known as taro dumplings or taro puffs, are a dim sum delicacy. They feature a delicate, crispy, and lacy fried exterior made from mashed taro, encasing a savory and aromatic filling of seasoned ground pork, dried shrimp, and shiitake mushrooms. A true test of dim sum artistry.
Xiang Gu Ji Ding (Chicken and Shiitake Mushroom Stir-Fry)
A classic and comforting Chinese home-style stir-fry featuring tender diced chicken and earthy shiitake mushrooms coated in a savory sauce. Quick to prepare and perfect for a weeknight meal.
Xôi Gà (Vietnamese Chicken Sticky Rice)
A comforting and flavorful Vietnamese dish featuring fragrant glutinous rice topped with tender shredded chicken, crispy fried shallots, and a drizzle of shallot oil. It's a popular and satisfying meal, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a light lunch.
Yakisoba (Japanese Fried Noodles)
A classic Japanese street food, Yakisoba features chewy wheat noodles stir-fried with tender pork, crisp vegetables, and a savory-sweet sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.