vegetable Recipes
29 delicious vegetable recipes from around the world
Caponata Siciliana
Sicilian sweet and sour eggplant - agrodolce vegetables with capers and olives.
Carciofi alla Romana (Roman Braised Artichokes)
A classic Roman dish featuring tender artichokes braised with garlic, mint, white wine, and olive oil. The key is to cook them until they are meltingly soft.
Gratin de Chou-fleur
A classic French cauliflower gratin featuring tender cauliflower florets enveloped in a rich, creamy Mornay sauce, topped with golden-brown breadcrumbs and melted Gruyère cheese. This comforting side dish is perfect for any occasion.
Minestrone
Italian vegetable soup - hearty soup with beans, pasta, and seasonal vegetables.
Peperonata
A classic Italian sweet pepper stew, where colorful bell peppers are slowly simmered with sweet onions and ripe tomatoes until tender and flavorful. This versatile dish can be served as a side, a topping, or even a light main course.
Pisto Manchego
Pisto Manchego is a rustic Spanish vegetable stew, often referred to as La Mancha's answer to ratatouille. It features a medley of tender, slow-cooked vegetables, primarily tomatoes, bell peppers, and zucchini, simmered to a rich, flavorful consistency. It's traditionally served as a main course or a side dish, often crowned with a perfectly fried egg.
Etli Biber Dolması (Turkish Stuffed Peppers with Meat and Rice)
A beloved Turkish home-cooking classic, this dish features tender bell peppers generously filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, rice, fresh herbs, and a hint of tomato. Baked in a light tomato sauce, it's a comforting and flavorful meal.
Gan Bian Si Ji Dou (Sichuan Dry-Fried Green Beans)
Authentic Sichuan dry-fried green beans, known as Gan Bian Si Ji Dou, featuring blistered green beans wok-tossed with savory ground pork, pungent preserved mustard greens (ya cai), and aromatic spices. This dish is characterized by its intense wok hei (breath of the wok) and complex flavor profile.
Ginataang Kalabasa (Squash in Coconut Milk)
A comforting and classic Filipino home-style dish featuring tender kabocha squash simmered in rich, creamy coconut milk, often with a savory protein like shrimp or pork and crisp string beans. It's a simple yet flavorful meal perfect for any occasion.
Ginisang Monggo (Filipino Mung Bean Stew)
A comforting and nutritious Filipino mung bean stew, often enjoyed as a Friday tradition. This version is enhanced with savory pork and tender greens, finished with a delightful crunch from chicharon.
Japchae (Korean Glass Noodles)
A classic Korean celebration dish featuring chewy sweet potato noodles stir-fried with colorful vegetables and thinly sliced beef, all coated in a savory and slightly sweet soy-sesame sauce.
Kolak Pisang Ubi (Banana and Sweet Potato Compote)
A comforting and sweet Indonesian dessert, Kolak features tender pieces of banana and sweet potato simmered in fragrant coconut milk infused with palm sugar and pandan leaves. It's a popular dish, especially during Ramadan for breaking the fast.
Laing (Filipino Taro Leaves in Spicy Coconut Milk)
A classic Bicolano dish featuring tender dried taro leaves simmered in rich, spicy coconut milk with tender pieces of pork. This recipe emphasizes the traditional method of not stirring to achieve the perfect texture and flavor.
Modeum Jeon (Assorted Korean Pan-Fried Delicacies)
Modeum Jeon is a delightful assortment of Korean pan-fried dishes, featuring a variety of thinly sliced vegetables and proteins, coated in a light batter and pan-fried to a perfect golden crisp. It's a popular dish for holidays and special gatherings, often served with a savory dipping sauce.
Napa Cabbage Kimchi (Baechu Kimchi)
Korea's quintessential fermented dish, this vibrant Napa cabbage kimchi is packed with probiotics and flavor. It features a spicy, savory paste made from gochugaru, garlic, ginger, and salted seafood, coating tender, brined cabbage leaves.
Popiah (Malaysian Fresh Spring Rolls)
A beloved Malaysian fresh spring roll, often prepared Nyonya-style, featuring a savory and slightly sweet jicama filling wrapped in delicate popiah skins. This dish is perfect for communal dining and can be customized with a variety of fresh toppings.
Qing Chao Bai Cai (Stir-Fried Bok Choy with Garlic)
A classic and simple Chinese vegetable dish featuring crisp-tender bok choy quickly stir-fried with fragrant garlic. This method ensures the greens retain their vibrant color and a satisfying bite.
Rau Muống Xào Tỏi (Vietnamese Stir-Fried Water Spinach with Garlic)
A classic Vietnamese vegetable dish featuring tender water spinach quickly stir-fried with fragrant garlic. This dish is known for its simplicity, vibrant green color, and satisfying crunch, making it an essential accompaniment to many Vietnamese meals.
Sayur Asem
Sayur Asem is a refreshing Indonesian sour vegetable soup, traditionally flavored with tamarind. It's a light and healthy dish packed with various vegetables.
Sigeumchi Namul (Seasoned Spinach)
A classic Korean banchan (side dish), Sigeumchi Namul features blanched spinach seasoned with garlic, sesame oil, and soy sauce, finished with toasted sesame seeds. It's a simple, healthy, and flavorful addition to any meal.
Yu Xiang Qie Zi (Sichuan Fish-Fragrant Eggplant)
A classic Sichuan dish featuring tender, silky Chinese eggplants coated in a vibrant, complex sauce that balances spicy, sour, and sweet flavors. Despite its name, 'fish-fragrant' refers to a traditional flavor profile used in Sichuan cuisine, not the presence of fish.
Caigua Rellena (Stuffed Caigua)
A traditional Peruvian dish featuring the unique Andean vegetable, caigua, generously stuffed with a savory ground beef, raisin, and olive filling, then baked until tender and topped with melted cheese.
Southern Collard Greens
Tender, slow-cooked collard greens infused with the smoky flavor of a ham hock, simmered in a savory broth. A cornerstone of Southern soul food.
Chakalaka
A vibrant and spicy South African vegetable relish, perfect as a side dish or condiment. Traditionally made with tomatoes, peppers, carrots, and beans, it's a staple at braais (barbecues).