Main Course Recipes

This quintessential Acadian comfort food features thick-cut pork chops seared to golden perfection and slow-simmered in a rich, velvet-smooth brown gravy. Rooted in the rural kitch...

Deep in the heart of Acadiana, this 'smothered' classic represents the soul of Cajun home cooking. Tender chicken thighs are braised in a rich, velvety gravy infused with the 'Holy...

Deep from the heart of the Acadiana prairies, this 'Lapin Étouffé' is a testament to the soulful art of slow-smothering. Tender pieces of farm-raised rabbit are seared until golden...

This quintessential Acadian comfort dish transforms lean wild game into a fork-tender masterpiece through the slow-simmered 'smothering' technique. By searing venison backstrap or ...

Deep from the heart of Louisiana’s Acadiana region, Cochon de Lait is more than a meal; it is a celebrated social event centered around a tender, milk-fed suckling pig. This recipe...

Deep from the heart of the Louisiana bayou, Étouffée—literally meaning 'smothered'—is a luxurious, velvet-textured masterpiece that celebrates the marriage of a blonde roux and suc...

Hailing from the coastal town of Alvarado, Veracruz, Caldo Largo is a sublime testament to the simplicity and depth of Mexican maritime cuisine. This 'long broth' is characterized ...

A crown jewel of Peruvian-Chinese 'Chifa' cuisine, Calu Wantan is a masterful play on textures and the iconic 'agridulce' flavor profile. This dish features succulent strips of chi...

A beloved staple of upscale Brazilian dining, specifically popularized by the legendary Coco Bambu restaurant, this dish is the epitome of tropical comfort. It features succulent s...

Transport your palate to the heart of Michoacán with this exquisite fusion of land and sea. This dish features 'Uchepos,' delicate fresh corn tamales known for their natural sweetn...

A cornerstone of French Haute Cuisine, this dish achieves a sublime balance between the rich, succulent fat of roasted duck and the sharp, aromatic brightness of a classic Bigarade...

A quintessential masterpiece of Cantonese 'Yue' cuisine, this dish celebrates the natural sweetness of succulent lobster enhanced by the aromatic heat of fresh ginger and the brigh...

A cornerstone of Cantonese 'Siu Mei' shops and traditional teahouses, this soul-warming stew features melt-in-your-mouth beef brisket and collagen-rich tendons. Slow-braised in a c...

This iconic centerpiece of Cantonese cuisine celebrates the ultimate freshness of the sea, where the delicate, silky texture of the fish is elevated by the aromatic trinity of ging...

Transport your palate to the heart of the Western Cape with these iconic Sosaties, a cornerstone of South African 'braai' culture. This recipe features succulent cubes of lamb mari...

Transport your kitchen to the vibrant streets of Saigon with this aromatic, soul-warming Cà Ri Gà. Unlike its thicker Thai cousins, this Vietnamese classic features a lighter, silk...

Lechon Baboy is the undisputed centerpiece of Filipino celebrations, a majestic whole roasted pig prized for its glass-like shatteringly crisp skin and incredibly succulent meat. O...

Unlike its cold seafood cousin, Ceviche de Pato is a rustic, soul-warming masterpiece hailing from the Norte Chico region of Peru. This dish features succulent duck pieces braised ...

Chacha Tibs is a celebratory Ethiopian dish, traditionally prepared by the Gurage people, known for its intense smokiness and succulent texture. Unlike saucier stews, this dish fea...

A legendary jewel of Hunan cuisine, this dish was famously the favorite of Chairman Mao Zedong, who claimed it gave him the 'brain power' to defeat his enemies. It features succule...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling memory lanes of Tokyo with this authentic Negima Yakitori, featuring succulent chicken thighs and charred scallions. The secret lies in the '...

Transport your taste buds to the vibrant street markets of Java with this plant-based take on a beloved Indonesian classic. Earthy, nutty tempeh is sliced into batons and steeped i...

Transport your senses to the Mediterranean coast with this vibrant dish featuring tender, smoky squid kissed by the flames. The star of the show is a bright, herbaceous chimichurri...

Often referred to as the 'poor man's lobster,' monkfish boasts a uniquely firm, meaty texture that stands up beautifully to the high heat of the grill. This dish elevates the succu...