Recipes from Around the World

Jeon is a type of South Korean savory vegetable pancake made with flour, cabbage and often vegetables, kimchi and sometimes seafood. While it’s commonly eaten as an appetizer or side dish, Jeon can also serve as a main course when paired with a bowl of rice and kimchi. Origin & Cultural Significance Jeon’s roots can …

Bifana is a Portuguese savory, spicy pork sandwich made with thinly sliced marinated pork, typically served in a roll or Portuguese bread known as ‘papo seco’. The Bifana pork is simmered in a flavorful sauce which infuses the meat with a blend of spices and aromatics. This dish is readily available from street vendors, cafés, …

Cruffins are a modern pastry that originated in Australia, often described as a cross between a muffin and croissant. However it actually only consists of croissant dough but it is baked in a muffin tin, giving it an attractive swirly muffin like appearance. The dough is made using flour, yeast, sugar, butter, salt and milk …

Čupavci is a traditional Balkan dessert consisting of small, soft sponge cake squares covered in chocolate and desiccated coconut. They are particularly popular in Croatia and Bosnia where they are also hold significance as a Christmas cake, however they are also eaten in Serbia, Hungary, Poland, Slovakia and throughout the Balkans, albeit with a slightly …

Fainá is a savory, gluten-free flatbread made from chickpea flour, popular in Argentina and Uruguay. It is commonly enjoyed as an appetizer, street food or as an accompaniment to pizza, particularly in the region of Buenos Aires where it is popular to place a slice of Fainá on top of the pizza.  Fainá can also …

Tonkatsu Ramen is a Japanese noodle dish made with noodles and a creamy broth made from pork bones and flavored with garlic, ginger, scallions and onions. Toppings such as a soft-boiled egg, sliced pork belly, and green onion are often added to accompany the noodles.  The creation of all ramen broths is a notoriously time-consuming …

Pączki are round, deep-fried doughnuts that are a popular sweet treat in Poland. They are made with basic ingredients such as flour, eggs, sugar and lard and come in a variety of flavors and fillings, ranging from traditional rose jam and plum jam, to contemporary favorites like custard and chocolate. In addition to sweet fillings, …

Elote loco is a Mexican street food dish made of grilled or boiled corn on the cob, slathered with various toppings. It is enjoyed as a popular snack in Mexico, and can be found at street food stalls across the country. The name of this dish translates to crazy corn in English due to the …

Olho de Sogra is a Brazilian confectionary consisting of a prune, stuffed with a sweet coconut filling which is then rolled in granulated sugar. The coconut filling is made using butter, coconut flakes and condensed milk which are cooked into a thick paste that can be molded once cooled. The finished candy is then placed …

Pljeskavica is a Serbian dish that is a type of grilled meat patty, typically made from a mixture of ground beef, lamb, and pork. This is a staple food at Serbian barbecues and gatherings, as well as festivals, and street food markets. Pljeskavica is often served with traditional accompaniments such as lepinja (a round bread), …

Mojo de ajo is a garlic sauce that can be used as a marinade, a topping, or a dipping sauce in Mexican cuisine.  The name ‘Mojo de Ajo’ translates to garlic gravy or garlic sauce in English. This sauce is very versatile and famous for its intense garlic flavor. Mojo de ajo is commonly used …

Adas Polo, also known as Persian lentil rice, is an aromatic Iranian dish that combines fragrant basmati rice with lentils and a blend of spices.  Lentils, one of the key ingredients in the dish, have been cultivated in Iran for thousands of years. The combination of lentils and rice is a traditional Persian culinary approach …

Rompope is a dairy-based alcoholic drink similar to eggnog made using milk, sugar, spices, egg yolks, vanilla and rum. The milk and sugar are heated up to infuse with the spices. The egg yolks are beaten first, before adding into the milk mixture and the alcohol is added last. Rompope is most often associated with …

Guarapo is a traditional Latin American drink made from sugarcane juice. It is a refreshing beverage that is popular in Mexico, Cuba, Colombia, Venezuela, Panama, the Dominican Republic, Ecuador, Bolivia, Peru, Puerto Rico and Brazil.  To make guarapo, fresh sugarcane stalks are crushed to extract the juice. The juice is then served as a natural, …

Kozuna, also known as Cozonac or Easter Bread, is a traditional sweet bread popular in Bulgaria, Romania, Serbia, Albania and Moldova. Its ingredients include flour, eggs, milk, sugar, yeast, citrus, rum, raisins and butter or oil. All of the ingredients except the raisins are mixed into a dough. The dough is left to rise several …

Fiambre is a traditional Guatemalan salad made with a wide variety of ingredients, including vegetables, cheeses and meats. Fiambre is served during the celebration of All Saints’ Day, or Día de Todos los Santos, when families honor their deceased loved ones at cemeteries throughout Guatemala. The salad dressing used in Fiambre is typically a mixture of …

Ghraybeh is a traditional shortbread cookie that originated in Lebanon and is popular throughout the Middle East. The word ‘Ghraybeh’ translates as swooning” or melting in Arabic, which perfectly describes the texture of these delicate and crumbly cookies. Ghraybeh is typically made with simple ingredients such as butter, powdered sugar, and flour. The butter is …

Nacatamales are a traditional Nicaraguan dish similar to tamales. They are usually made using corn masa, meat, onion, tomatoes, fruit pieces, rice and spices. The mixture is wrapped in plantain leaves then steamed or boiled. Nacatamale variations use chicken or pork and can contain strong flavors like olives, capers, prunes, chilies and peanuts. Some heftier …