Recipes from the cuisines of the world

In the US, different states are renowned for their barbecue traditions, which are largely distinguished by the types of sauces used. This tart, mustard-infused South Carolina-style barbecue sauce is perfect for...

This dish was inspired by Indian korma: ground chicken is slowly simmered in a spicy yogurt sauce and served on warm pitas with an extra dollop of natural yogurt. The filling can be...

These chicken flatbreads are similar to lahmacun, a crispy Turkish flatbread filled with ground meat and vegetables. Both the base and the filling can be made ahead of time, making it convenient if you're cooking for a whole...

Taco seasoning not only garnishes the rim of the glass, it also adds a zesty, spicy note to a Margarita. Make a syrup from taco seasoning and lime zest, strain, and use...

These ground beef tacos are served not in traditional tortillas, but in fresh tomatoes. Just the thing when you're craving tacos but you're on a diet! Serve as a refreshing summer appetizer or...

Tahdig is a staple of Iranian cuisine, with countless variations. This chicken wing tahdig is cooked in one pot—the crispy wings settle on the bottom of the pot, and...

Make delicious tacos in a large casserole. This is convenient when you don't have time to assemble each serving individually. Simply sauté the meat filling with black beans and vegetables in a skillet, then sprinkle...

Give your chicken fajita with shiitake mushrooms and corn a sweet and savory flavor by adding jalapeño and honey to the chicken breast marinade. Just half an hour is all it takes for the tender breasts to absorb all the flavors...

This Mexican cocktail is made with beer and savory sauces and is typically served the morning after a night of partying as a great hangover cure. There's no established recipe...

This pie is a simplified version of a tamale. You don't have to fill each piece of corn dough with filling and wrap it in a corn husk. Instead, simply prepare the filling—...

"Because beef tongue is an undeservedly forgotten part of the cut, I decided to cook it in one of the most popular dishes: tacos. Pressure cooking makes tongue as tender as steak, and it costs about twice as much...

A classic beef stir-fry is ready in just 15 minutes using store-bought chopped stir-fry vegetables, store-bought sauce, and tender steak cut into thin strips. What could be simpler?!

There are two main types of this Japanese omelet: a spicy version with dashi and a sweet version with added sugar. The former is fluffier and juicier, but the latter is easier to prepare because it doesn't...

Takoyaki, which translates from Japanese as "fried octopus," is a savory fried ball filled with octopus and spices. When served, they are topped with a spicy...

Make a sweet cherry tomato chutney, a South Indian favorite, and serve as an appetizer on toasted baguette slices with a slice of melting taleggio cheese. The chutney's sweet and spicy flavor...

In Italy, "spiedini" refers to any skewered kebabs. Make them with swordfish fillets marinated in olive oil and Provencal herbs, wrapping each skewer with thin strips of pancetta...

The classic Thai salad, tam hanun, is especially popular in northern Thailand. It's made with boiled and spiced mashed jackfruit, ground pork, curry paste, lime leaves, garlic, and...

Sweet Mexican tamales (tamales dulces) make a wonderful end to dinner or a great start to the weekend when served with Sunday brunch. They're made with corn...

Carnitas is pulled pork, a type of pulled pork used in Mexican cuisine for tacos, burritos, sandwiches, and other dishes. The fastest way to cook carnitas is in a pressure cooker. Tamarind...

This chicken satay is one of the simplest yet most unique appetizers you can make for your next party. Thread one long strip of chicken onto each skewer...

Do you love gnocchi? Then try gnudi, a delicate Italian dumpling similar to gnocchi but made with ricotta instead of potato. Add Swiss chard to the gnudi mixture...

These puff pastries are made with store-bought croissant dough. Each one is filled with spicy cream cheese and a large shrimp. As soon as you take the puff pastries out of the oven, spread them with apricot jam and...

This Asian bowl recipe saves time by using a pre-made salad kit, which includes chopped vegetables, dressing, and a crunchy topping. It's also a great...

If you're looking for a new flavor for chicken shashlik, this recipe won't disappoint. Chicken breast pieces are marinated in soy sauce with honey, brown sugar, and several types of pepper, including hot cayenne pepper.

Beautifully crisped pork cubes are simmered with bell peppers, carrots, celery, and pineapple in a sweet and sour tomato sauce for a rich, delicious Asian-inspired dish.

This appetizer will be a hit at your house party. Corn chips are topped with a thick and flavorful meat stew, a layer of melting cheese, fresh, zesty arugula, and a tangy homemade pickle.

This stir-fry was inspired by the popular New York City Chinese restaurant dish, General Tso's Chicken, but the chicken was replaced with shrimp and the broccoli with broccolini. Red pepper flakes are typically not...

This recipe uses inexpensive and firmer skirt steak, but when cooked properly, it'll literally melt in your mouth. Rub it with a sweet and spicy spice blend with...

Zucchini and squash aren't exactly popular ingredients in Mexican fajitas, but in the summer, when they're abundant, this recipe is a great way to prepare them in a new way. Grill them...

This savory barbecue sauce is made with rendered bacon fat; you can eat the fried bacon while you cook it. Brown sugar, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, and a bouquet of aromatic...

Molasses gives this spicy barbecue sauce a wonderfully sweet flavor, perfectly balanced by the tartness of apple cider vinegar. The sauce cooks quickly and is perfect for pork ribs, chicken, pork...

Store-bought Thai chili sauce replaces a whole list of herbs and spices for this dish. With a minimum of ingredients, this vegetable stir-fry with shrimp is delicious, flavorful, and rich.

Tempeh is a soy product used in vegetarian dishes and snacks. To make tempeh quickly and deliciously, pan-fry it with Asian spices and serve with...

This savory onion relish is made with chili peppers, brown sugar, and root beer, resulting in a thick and flavorful sauce with a pleasantly sweet flavor. Perfect for...

Enjoy the flavors and aromas of Moroccan cuisine in this hearty, juicy burger with a savory beef and lamb patty, sweet and spicy carrot salad, and tangy chermoula mayo. To...

The bases for this dessert are made from crushed and pressed Maria cookies and piloncillo (cane sugar), which adds a caramel flavor. Fill them with an airy filling of...

Musubi is a Hawaiian appetizer made of rice and a fried slice of ham (usually Spam) wrapped in a strip of nori. It looks like sushi and is perfect as an appetizer at a Hawaiian party. Before...

Make this Hawaiian-inspired tuna belly with a sweet and sour pineapple garnish. The fatty, tender tuna belly literally melts in your mouth. Deep-fry it in a crispy breading and...

If you're planning on having scallops for dinner, serve them American-style with a traditional warm succotash salad. This succotash variation is made with seasonal vegetables, beans, corn, and...

Bone-in pork loin chops are soaked in a flavorful brine, then coated in coarse panko breadcrumbs and fried until crispy. The pork inside is very...

The combination of pineapple, cajeta (goat's milk caramel), and cheese imbues these Mexican pastries with a complex sweet-salty flavor. Wrapped in puff pastry and dusted with sugar, this filling makes...

This wonderful stir-fry dish is ready in minutes. Chicken and vegetables are stir-fried in a sweet and spicy sauce in a wok over high heat, stirring constantly, so have everything ready...

If you're looking for a sophisticated restaurant-style dinner at home, consider surf and turf dishes. This combination of red meat and seafood always looks luxurious and...

Hummus is easy to make at home, and this appetizer is always a hit with guests, especially if you decide to surprise them with a new flavor. This hummus includes baked sweet potato, which adds...

This complete chicken and vegetable side dish in sauce is made in one pot. Chili paste and ginger give it a piquant flavor that pairs perfectly with the natural sweetness of the pumpkin. In...

Tteok-kochi are Korean skewers of rice cakes coated in a sweet and savory glaze made with gochujang paste. They're a popular street food in Korea. Some street vendors alternate the rice cakes with...

Super-crispy egg rolls filled with meat, vegetables, mushrooms, and glass noodles are served in a pool of homemade sweet and sour sauce with bell pepper and hot mustard. A great Asian appetizer for...

Surprise your friends at a house party by offering them alcoholic puddings to be eaten with a spoon instead of traditional shot cocktails. Everyone will be delighted, not only because of the fun...

At your next picnic or backyard grill party, surprise your guests with these unique surf-and-turf kebabs. Tender steaks and jumbo shrimp are grilled...

"Every Jewish family has someone who regularly makes tzimmes for Rosh Hashanah or Hanukkah, and there are many versions of this dish. In my family, it's my sister-in-law Alice and Aunt Trudy. And while many...