savory Recipes
210 delicious savory recipes from around the world
Mofongo
A classic Puerto Rican dish featuring fried green plantains mashed with garlic, pork cracklings (chicharrón), and olive oil, typically served with a flavorful broth. The combination of crispy fried plantains, savory garlic, and salty pork creates a unique and satisfying texture and taste.
Morcilla (Colombian Blood Sausage)
A traditional Colombian blood sausage, Morcilla is a savory and rich delicacy, typically made with pig's blood, rice, onions, and aromatic spices, then encased and cooked until firm. It's a staple in Colombian fritanga platters.
Pastel
A beloved Brazilian street food, pastel is a thin, crispy fried pastry envelope filled with a variety of savory or sweet fillings. This recipe focuses on classic savory options like seasoned ground beef, mozzarella, and hearts of palm. Perfect for parties, markets, or a delicious snack.
Pasteles
Puerto Rican pasteles are a cherished Christmas tradition, resembling tamales. They feature a savory filling of seasoned pork encased in a flavorful dough made from green bananas and yautía, all meticulously wrapped in banana leaves.
Patacón (Colombian Fried Plantain)
Crispy, twice-fried green plantain discs, smashed and perfect for topping with a variety of delicious ingredients like hogao, cheese, and shredded meats. A popular Colombian street food.
Pato no Tucupi
A traditional Amazonian dish featuring tender duck slow-cooked in a vibrant, tangy yellow cassava sauce (tucupi), infused with garlic and finished with the unique, mouth-tingling herb jambu. The characteristic tingling sensation from the jambu is a hallmark of this dish.
Perico
Perico is a beloved Venezuelan breakfast dish featuring fluffy scrambled eggs cooked with sautéed tomatoes and onions. It's simple, flavorful, and often served alongside arepas.
Sangrecita (Peruvian Blood Sausage)
A traditional and iron-rich Peruvian dish made from cooked chicken blood, onions, garlic, and herbs. Sangrecita is a hearty and flavorful home-style meal, often served as a starter or a light main course.
Sopa Paraguaya
A delicious and savory Paraguayan corn bread, often served as a side dish, despite its name suggesting soup. It's dense, flavorful, and perfect with grilled meats.
Southern Cornbread
Authentic Southern cornbread baked in a cast-iron skillet, boasting a wonderfully crispy, golden-brown bottom and a tender, crumbly interior. This recipe adheres to tradition by omitting sugar, allowing the natural sweetness of the cornmeal to shine.
Tamal Peruano
A beloved Peruvian Sunday breakfast tradition, these tamales feature a savory corn masa dough filled with seasoned chicken, a hard-boiled egg, and an olive, all wrapped and steamed in fragrant banana leaves. The ají panca paste gives them a characteristic vibrant yellow hue and a mild, fruity spice.
Tamal Verde (Peruvian Green Tamale)
A vibrant and flavorful Peruvian green tamale, featuring a tender corn masa infused with fresh cilantro and a savory chicken filling. The bright green hue comes from the generous use of herbs, making it a visually appealing and delicious dish, often reserved for special occasions.
Tamales Tucumanos
Authentic Tamales Tucumanos, a savory corn masa delicacy from Northern Argentina, typically filled with seasoned beef and pork fat. A cherished specialty perfect for gatherings and festivals.
Tlayudas (Oaxacan "Pizza")
A giant, crispy Oaxacan tortilla, often called a 'tlayuda', serves as the base for a delicious street food experience. It's spread with savory pork lard (asiento), refried beans, melted Oaxaca cheese, and your choice of protein, then crisped to perfection. Think of it as a rustic, flavorful Oaxacan pizza.
Torta de Plátano (Venezuelan Plantain Cake)
A comforting and flavorful Venezuelan layered cake made with mashed ripe plantains, seasoned ground beef, and melty queso blanco. It's a delightful balance of sweet and savory.
Tortilla de Papas (Argentine Potato Omelette)
A hearty and flavorful Argentine take on the classic Spanish tortilla, this potato omelette is a staple for any occasion, from a simple everyday meal to a festive gathering. It features tender, slow-cooked potatoes and onions bound together with fluffy eggs.
Vatapá
A rich and creamy Afro-Brazilian stew from Bahia, featuring tender shrimp in a velvety sauce made with coconut milk, peanuts, cashews, and the distinctive flavor of dendê oil.
Baladi Feteer (Egyptian Layered Pastry)
Baladi Feteer is a beloved Egyptian country pie, renowned for its incredibly flaky, layered texture. Traditionally made in villages, it can be enjoyed as a sweet treat with honey or sugar, or as a savory base for cheese and other fillings.
Dan Wake (Nigerian Bean Dumplings)
Dan Wake are savory, steamed dumplings made from bean flour, a popular Northern Nigerian street food. They are typically served with a flavorful pepper sauce and a drizzle of palm oil.
Djaj bil Zeitoun wal Limoun (Moroccan Chicken with Olives and Preserved Lemon)
A quintessential Moroccan tagine featuring tender chicken braised with the unique salty-sour tang of preserved lemons and the briny bite of green olives, all enveloped in a fragrant, saffron-infused sauce. This dish is a cornerstone of Moroccan cuisine, perfect for sharing.
Djaj Mqualli (Moroccan Chicken with Preserved Lemons and Olives)
A quintessential Moroccan tagine, Djaj Mqualli features tender chicken braised in a fragrant sauce with the unique, salty-sour tang of preserved lemons and the briny bite of green olives. This signature dish is known for its rich, complex flavors and silky sauce.
Egyptian Goulash (Basterma Phyllo Pie)
A savory and rich Egyptian pastry featuring layers of crisp phyllo dough filled with spiced ground beef. This dish is distinct from its Hungarian namesake and is a popular comfort food.
Egyptian Moussaka
A hearty and flavorful Egyptian eggplant bake, distinct from its Greek counterpart. This version features layers of fried eggplant and spiced ground meat in a rich tomato sauce, baked until tender and bubbly. It's a comforting home-style dish that doesn't use béchamel.
Egyptian Musaka'a (Eggplant Casserole)
A hearty and flavorful Egyptian eggplant casserole featuring layers of fried eggplant and a rich, spiced ground beef and tomato sauce. This version omits the béchamel sauce common in other Mediterranean musaka'a variations, focusing on the natural richness of the eggplant and tomato.