vegetarian Recipes
408 delicious vegetarian recipes from around the world
Foul Mudammas
A classic Lebanese breakfast staple, Foul Mudammas features slow-cooked fava beans mashed and seasoned with garlic, cumin, lemon juice, and finished with a generous drizzle of olive oil and fresh parsley. It's hearty, flavorful, and perfect served with warm pita bread.
Gado Gado
Gado Gado is a vibrant Indonesian vegetable salad featuring blanched or steamed vegetables, firm tofu, and hard-boiled eggs, all generously coated in a rich and savory peanut sauce. It's a beloved Javanese street food classic.
Gajar Ka Halwa (Indian Carrot Fudge)
A rich and decadent Indian dessert made from grated carrots slow-cooked in milk and ghee with sugar, cardamom, and nuts. Traditionally enjoyed during winter celebrations, this 'carrot fudge' is a comforting and flavorful treat.
Gamja Jorim (Korean Braised Potatoes)
Tender, bite-sized potatoes coated in a glossy, sweet, and savory soy glaze. This popular banchan (side dish) is simple to make and incredibly comforting.
Ginataang Langka
A classic Filipino comfort food featuring tender young jackfruit simmered in rich coconut milk with savory shrimp paste. This vegetarian dish is both hearty and flavorful, perfect served with steamed rice.
Gobi Manchurian
A popular Indo-Chinese fusion dish featuring crispy fried cauliflower florets tossed in a savory, sweet, and spicy sauce. Perfect as an appetizer or a flavorful side dish.
Gong Bao Dou Fu (Kung Pao Tofu)
A vegetarian twist on the classic Sichuan Kung Pao dish, featuring crispy pan-fried tofu coated in a savory, spicy, and slightly sweet sauce, studded with crunchy peanuts and aromatic chilies.
Goreng Pisang (Malaysian Fried Bananas)
Authentic Malaysian Goreng Pisang, featuring sweet bananas coated in a light, crispy turmeric-infused batter and deep-fried to a perfect golden-brown. A beloved street food snack.
Gosari Namul (Seasoned Fernbrake)
A classic Korean banchan (side dish) made from rehydrated bracken fern, tenderly cooked and seasoned with a savory blend of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and scallions. It offers a unique earthy flavor and a satisfying chewy texture.
Gyeran Mari (Korean Rolled Omelette)
Gyeran Mari is a popular Korean dish featuring thin, delicate egg sheets meticulously rolled with finely diced vegetables. It's a versatile staple, perfect as a side dish (banchan), a delightful addition to lunchboxes, or a simple yet elegant appetizer.
Hakka Noodles
Authentic Indian-style Hakka Noodles, a popular street food featuring perfectly cooked noodles stir-fried with vibrant vegetables and a savory soy-based sauce. Quick, flavorful, and satisfying.
Hijiki no Nimono (Simmered Hijiki Seaweed)
A classic Japanese side dish, Hijiki no Nimono features rehydrated hijiki seaweed simmered with thinly sliced vegetables and seasoned with soy sauce, mirin, and sugar. It's a nutritious and flavorful accompaniment, often found in bento boxes.
Hindbeh bil Zeit (SautΓ©ed Dandelion Greens with Olive Oil and Onions)
A classic Lebanese mezze dish featuring tender, slightly bitter dandelion greens sautΓ©ed with sweet caramelized onions and rich olive oil. The interplay of bitter greens and sweet onions creates a uniquely satisfying flavor profile.
Hobak Juk (Korean Pumpkin Porridge)
Hobak Juk is a sweet, comforting, and nourishing Korean porridge made from kabocha squash and glutinous rice flour. It's often enjoyed as a light meal, a dessert, or a restorative dish, especially when feeling unwell. The addition of chewy rice balls (sae-alshim) adds a delightful texture.
Hong Dou Tang (Sweet Red Bean Soup)
A comforting and traditional Chinese sweet soup made from slow-cooked adzuki beans, sweetened with rock sugar, and infused with the subtle citrus aroma of dried tangerine peel. This soup can be enjoyed warm as a soothing dessert or chilled for a refreshing treat.
Horenso no Goma-ae (Spinach with Sesame Dressing)
A classic Japanese side dish featuring tender blanched spinach coated in a rich, slightly sweet, and nutty sesame dressing. This dish, known as 'oshitashi' when served with a simple soy-based dressing, is elevated here with the addition of ground sesame seeds for a more complex flavor and texture.
Hummus bi Tahini
Authentic Lebanese Hummus bi Tahini, a luxuriously creamy chickpea dip blended with rich tahini, bright lemon juice, and pungent garlic. This recipe aims for the silkiest texture and most vibrant flavor, a true testament to its origin.
Idli
Fluffy, savory steamed cakes made from fermented rice and lentil batter. A quintessential South Indian breakfast, often served with sambar and coconut chutney.
Δ°mam BayΔ±ldΔ± (The Imam Fainted)
A classic Turkish dish of eggplants stuffed with a savory mixture of onions, tomatoes, and garlic, then slow-braised in abundant olive oil until meltingly tender. The name, 'The Imam Fainted,' is said to refer to the dish's rich flavor, the amount of olive oil used, or perhaps its perceived expense.
Inari Sushi
Sweet and savory fried tofu pockets (aburaage) stuffed with seasoned sushi rice. A beloved staple for festivals, bento boxes, and casual dining.
Jangajji (Korean Soy Pickled Vegetables)
Jangajji is a classic Korean banchan (side dish) made from preserving vegetables in a savory and slightly sweet soy sauce brine. This recipe focuses on garlic, green peppers, and optional perilla leaves for a flavorful and long-lasting condiment.
Jiao Yan Dou Fu (Salt and Pepper Tofu)
A popular Chinese appetizer, this Jiao Yan Dou Fu features crispy fried tofu cubes tossed with a fragrant blend of salt, white pepper, garlic, chilies, and scallions. It's a delightful vegan dish that's both savory and satisfying.
Kaak
Lebanese Ka'ak are soft, chewy, ring-shaped bread, generously coated in sesame seeds. A quintessential street food, often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack, perfect with a spread of cheese or za'atar.
Kabak MΓΌcver (Turkish Zucchini Fritters)
Crispy, herb-flecked zucchini fritters, a quintessential summer mezze dish. These savory cakes are light yet satisfying, perfect as an appetizer or a light meal.