Main Course Recipes

Landi Palaw is a deeply traditional Afghan masterpiece, traditionally prepared during the harsh winter months using 'Landi'—meat that has been salted and air-dried in the crisp mou...

Pot-au-Feu is the quintessential soul of French home cooking, a 'pot on the fire' that celebrates the rustic elegance of slow-simmered beef and root vegetables. This aromatic maste...

Lauya is a rustic, heritage stew from the Ilocos region of the Philippines, celebrated for its clear, aromatic broth and tender fall-off-the-bone meat. Unlike the more common Nilag...

Traditionally served on Holy Thursday, this 'Green Gumbo' is a vibrant, soul-warming masterpiece that celebrates the bounty of the garden. Unlike its brown, meat-heavy cousins, thi...

Lega Beg Tibs is a celebrated Ethiopian delicacy featuring tender, 'mild' (Lega) lamb cubes seared to perfection in a symphony of clarified butter and aromatic spices. Unlike its s...

Experience the 'steak of the sea' elevated to perfection with the magic of the air fryer, which yields a golden, buttery crust while keeping the interior succulent and flaky. This ...

Transport your senses to the bustling streets of Hanoi with this vibrant, plant-based take on Vietnam's most iconic sandwich. This recipe features golden, pan-seared tofu marinated...

This exquisite dish showcases the Spanish-influenced flavors of the port of Veracruz, where tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef tongue meets a vibrant sauce of tomatoes, olives, and ca...

A crown jewel of Filipino-Spanish 'Fiesta' cuisine, Lengua Estofada is a luxurious, melt-in-your-mouth braise that transforms ox tongue into a gourmet masterpiece. This dish featur...

A legendary New Orleans tradition traditionally served on Holy Thursday, Gumbo des Herbes is a vibrant, deeply flavorful stew that celebrates the arrival of spring. This 'Green Gum...

Named after the legendary Qing Dynasty statesman, Li Hongzhang Hodgepodge (Li Hongzhang Za Hui) is the crown jewel of Anhui cuisine, born from a clever fusion of sea, land, and sky...

A true masterpiece of Brazilian home cooking, this dish transforms a humble cut into a melt-in-your-mouth delicacy through slow-braising in a rich, aromatic tomato base. The natura...

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched Amalfi Coast with this quintessential Italian masterpiece. Linguine allo Scoglio, or 'Pasta of the Reef,' is a celebration of the sea, com...

Transport your senses to the sun-drenched coast of Italy with this elegant Linguine con Astice. This classic Mediterranean masterpiece features succulent lobster tail meat bathed i...

A crown jewel of Huaiyang cuisine, these 'Crab Powder' meatballs are renowned for their 'melt-in-the-mouth' texture and delicate, savory elegance. Unlike standard meatballs, these ...

A rustic treasure from the coastal regions of Nayarit and Sinaloa, Lisa Tatemada transforms the humble mullet into a smoky masterpiece. The fish is butterflied and slathered in a v...

Transport your kitchen to the bustling streets of Paris with this quintessential Poulet Rôti, a dish that defines the soul of French home cooking. This recipe yields an impossibly ...

This traditional Mexican centerpiece features a succulent, slow-roasted pork loin bathed in a rich, velvety adobo sauce made from a blend of smoky dried chilies and aromatic spices...

A crown jewel of Mexican celebratory cuisine, Lomo Mechado is a succulent pork loin 'larded' or stuffed with a vibrant mosaic of dried fruits, nuts, and salty bacon. This dish repr...

Experience the pride of Central Texas with a brisket that boasts a jet-black 'bark,' a deep pink smoke ring, and meat so tender it melts like butter. This recipe focuses on the 'Lo...

Born in the heart of Central Texas, this legendary brisket is defined by its simplicity, patience, and a thick, peppery 'bark' that yields to buttery, melt-in-your-mouth beef. By u...

Born out of necessity at the Savoy Hotel during WWII, this iconic vegetable pie was named after the Minister of Food to encourage healthy eating during rationing. It features a hea...

A cornerstone of Acadian culture, this Étouffée—literally meaning 'smothered'—is a luxurious celebration of the Louisiana bayou. It features succulent crawfish tails bathed in a ve...

A cornerstone of Acadian comfort, this Shrimp Étouffée is a masterclass in the 'smothering' technique that defines Cajun and Creole soul food. Succulent Gulf shrimp are bathed in a...